The 2026 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships will be held from January 22 to 25 at Beijing’s National Indoor Stadium. This marks the final ISU event before the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, offering skaters a critical opportunity to showcase their programs on a global stage.
China’s delegation includes Chen Yudong, Jin Boyang, and Peng Zhiming in the men’s singles event, with Dai Dawei and Zhao Qihan as substitutes. In the women’s singles, An Xiangyi, Zhang Ruiyang, and Zhu Yi will compete, supported by Chen Hongyi and Cheng Jiaying as alternates.
Top Chinese skaters and international competitors
Beijing Winter Olympic champions Sui Wenjing and Han Cong will compete in the pairs event, along with Zhang Jiaxuan/Huang Yihang. The ice dance competition features China’s Ren Junfei/Xing Jianing, Wang Shiyue/Liu Xinyu, and Xiao Zixi/He Linghao. Skaters will perform at the dual Olympic venues, a stage rich in history and Olympic legacy.
“I am really looking forward to this high-level competition. We all want to perform our best at home with wonderful memories in this dual Olympic venue,” said 28-year-old Jin Boyang. China’s rising stars, including 18-year-old Zhang Ruiyang, also aim to deliver strong performances in their first Four Continents appearance.
Over 100 skaters from around the world will participate, including South Korea’s Cha Jun-hwan, Mexico’s Donovan Carrillo, and Australian pair Holly Harris/Jason Chan. The championships provide a platform for international competition and preparation ahead of the Winter Olympics.
Olympic legacy and winter sports development
Beijing continues to utilize its Olympic venues for high-level international events. “We strive to utilize the Olympic legacies effectively with high-level events, inspiring more people to experience winter sports at the same time,” said Chen Xuesong, senior official at Beijing Sports Bureau.
The 2026 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships highlight China’s commitment to maintaining world-class facilities and promoting winter sports participation, building excitement for the upcoming Winter Olympics. [Xinhua]