World Skate stands in solidarity with Ukraine and strongly supports the recommendations issued by the International Olympic Committee on the participation of Russian and Belorussian athletes in international competitions.

Accordingly, World Skate confirms that it will not allow the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials in any of its international competitions, with immediate effect and until further notice.

World Skate also clarifies that no events are scheduled to take place in Russia or Belarus in 2022.

World Skate will continue to monitor the situation closely and may further adapt its measures according to future developments.