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ISU Weighs Splitting Figure Skating Into Separate Technical and Artistic Programs

Stakeholders heard the concept in Sheffield during consultations toward a planned 2027–28 rollout.

Overview

  • The International Skating Union is considering ending the combined Short Program and Free total to decide results.
  • The proposal would introduce a Technical Program and an Artistic Program for men, women, and pairs.
  • Candidate segment lengths discussed with teams were 2 minutes 40 seconds for the Technical Program and 3 minutes 30 seconds for the Artistic Program.
  • Officials presented the draft framework to coaches at the European Championships in Sheffield as part of the consultation process.
  • The plan seeks to counter criticism of jump-heavy scoring by elevating expressive elements, with details subject to further refinement and formal approval.