Overview
- The International Skating Union is considering scrapping the current system that sums short program and free skate scores.
- A draft format would divide events into a Technical Program and an Artistic Program.
- Provisional runtimes under discussion are 2 minutes 40 seconds for the Technical Program and 3 minutes 30 seconds for the Artistic Program.
- The change is being explored for possible introduction in the 2027–28 season, according to people briefed on the plan.
- ISU officials presented the reform concept to coaches and stakeholders during the European Championships in Sheffield.