ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating: Nikolai Panin Withdraws from Kazan Event Due to Injury
Panin's Withdrawal from ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating
Nikolai Panin, the 2023 Russian national champion in men's figure skating, has withdrawn from the upcoming ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating event in Kazan, Russia. The withdrawal comes after Panin suffered an injury during a training session, according to a statement released by the Russian Figure Skating Federation.
The injury is a blow to Panin's hopes of competing in the Grand Prix series and qualifying for the Grand Prix Final. Panin was scheduled to compete in the Kazan event, which is the second of six events in the Grand Prix series. The Grand Prix Final will be held in December and will feature the top six skaters in each discipline.
Panin's Injury and Recovery Timeline
The nature of Panin's injury has not been disclosed, but the Russian Figure Skating Federation said that he is expected to make a full recovery. The federation said that Panin will undergo further medical evaluation to determine the extent of the injury and the expected recovery time.
Panin's withdrawal from the Kazan event is a disappointment for fans of the sport, but it is also a reminder of the risks that skaters face when they compete at a high level. Figure skating is a demanding sport that requires a great deal of athleticism and skill, and injuries are not uncommon.
ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Continues Without Panin
The ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating will continue without Panin, with the Kazan event set to begin on November 11. The event will feature a number of top skaters, including reigning world champion Shoma Uno of Japan and Olympic silver medalist Yuzuru Hanyu of Japan.
The Kazan event is the second of six events in the Grand Prix series. The other events in the series are:
- Skate America (Las Vegas, USA)
- Skate Canada (Mississauga, Canada)
- NHK Trophy (Sapporo, Japan)
- Rostelecom Cup (Moscow, Russia)
- Grand Prix Final (Turin, Italy)
