2025 World Figure Skating Championships Begin in Boston with Emotional Tribute and Olympic Stakes

The competition opens March 26 with a tribute to victims of January's plane crash and serves as a key qualifier for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The 2025 World Figure Skating Championships, held in Boston from March 26-30, mark the first time the event has been hosted in the United States since 2016.
A tribute on the opening day will honor 28 members of the U.S. skating community who died in a January plane crash, including skaters, coaches, and parents.
Ilia Malinin, the defending world champion and Olympic favorite, may attempt a record seven quadruple jumps in his free skate as he seeks to defend his title.
Amber Glenn, after an undefeated season, and Kaori Sakamoto, aiming for a historic fourth consecutive title, are top contenders in the women’s singles competition.
Madison Chock and Evan Bates, reigning ice dance champions, aim for their third consecutive world title, solidifying their status as Olympic favorites.