The Hungarian National Skating Union (MOKSZ) has announced that it will no longer host the European Figure Skating Championships in 2024. This is mentioned official website of the organization.
“Due to prolonged hostilities in the neighboring country, the impact of the conflict on the economy and energy prices, MOKSZ is withdrawing from holding the 2024 European Figure Skating Championships after long discussions.
MOKSZ rejected the International Skating Union (ISU) due to the lack of financial resources necessary for the quality organization of the competition.
Recall that after the 2022 Olympics, Russian figure skaters did not participate in international competitions.
At the IOC executive committee on March 28, it was recommended to allow Russians and Belarusians to have a neutral status, if the athletes are not actively engaged in supporting hostilities. Athletes representing law enforcement and armed forces will not be allowed to compete.
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