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AFirst Sport

ISU

Figure Skating

First Sport

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Players1

Settingindoor

SeasonISU Single & Pair / Ice Dance Special Regulations 2024 (in force until 60th Ordinary Congress, 2026-06-10)

CategoryWinter Sports

BSecond Sport

ISU

Short Track Speed Skating

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Players2-6

Settingindoor

SeasonISU Short Track Special Regulations 2024 (in force until 60th Ordinary Congress, 2026-06-10)

CategoryWinter Sports

CThird Sport (optional)

ISU

Speed Skating

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Players1

Settingindoor

SeasonISU Speed Skating Special Regulations 2024 (in force until 60th Ordinary Congress, 2026-06-10)

CategoryWinter Sports

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2.1 Required Equipment

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ISU

Key Fact: Figure skating boots are constructed for lateral support above the ankle, mounted with steel blades that extend slightly beyond the heel and have a pronounced toe pick essential for jumps and certain footwork.

ISU

Key Fact: Fixed-blade speed skates are required in short track, with blades positioned slightly to the left of centre for better cornering. Blade radius is 11-12 m, shorter than long track. Blades must be symmetrically ground.

ISU

Key Fact: Speed skaters use clap skate mechanisms for increased stride efficiency.

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4.1 Competitors and Officials

5.1 Core Rules

6.1 Scoring System

7.1 Infractions and Consequences

8.1 Safety Protocols

Section 2: Equipment

Section 3: Playing Area

Section 4: Players & Officials

Section 5: Rules of Play

Section 6: Scoring

Section 7: Violations & Penalties

Section 8: Safety Considerations

2.1 Skates

2.3 Protective Equipment

3.1 Track Dimensions

3.2 Ice Conditions

4.1 Competitors

4.2 Officials

8.2 Ice Maintenance

8.3 Medical Protocols