Show Notes – Sept. 8, 2026

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Season 5: Episode 3 (Sept. 8, 2026)

News Makers

  • The Ukrainian Figure Skating Federation released an open letter to the ISU challenging the neutral status granted to several Russian athletes, citing documented connections to Russian military organizations, sanctioned individuals and state-sponsored events held after the invasion of Ukraine.
  • Alternates list for Grand Prix was posted.
  • The Japanese federation is launching a Japan-based development program for pairs and ice dance. Bruno Massot will oversee the pairs discipline, while an ice dance coach has not yet been named.
  • Amber Glenn is on Dancing with the Stars.

Events Recap

IDC and FSO spotlight & TWIS updates