Coach Tarasova: Russia could organize the Grand Prix final as soon as possible
The Russian Figure Skating Federation (FFKR) is capable organize the Grand Prix Final. Honored coach of the USSR Tatyana Tarasova said this to RIA Novosti.
The specialist made such a proposal in connection with the possible cancellation of the tournament, which is to be held in Osaka from December 9 to 12. Tarasova also stated that the Japanese side, given the known problems, should not be condemned.
Information about the possible cancellation of the Grand Prix final appeared earlier on Thursday, December 2. This is due to the threat of the spread of a new omicron strain of the coronavirus.
One single skater, one dance duet and four sports couples qualified for the Grand Prix finals from Russia. Five Russian singles also won a ticket to the tournament.