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The ISU released a statement concerning the 2020 World short track speed skating championships that were supposed to be held in Korea. After a few days of rumours the news is now official: the championships won't be held in South Korea. Athletes and fans now have to wait to know if this season's event will be cancelled or if it's going to be held at a later date in a new location. The name of Montreal, who's been a successful B plan in the past, is being thrown around but we'll have to wait for official words from the ISU.
ISU Statement
Coronavirus – ISU World Short Track Speed
Skating Championships 2020, Seoul
The ISU is closely following the coronavirus developments.
The ISU stands by all those who have
been affected and threatened by this situation and wishes success to all those fighting to overcome
the crisis, with the expectation and hope that the situation will be restored to normal as quickly as
possible. The ISU expresses condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones due to this
contagious disease.
In view of the planned ISU World Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Seoul/South Korea on March 13-15, 2020, the ISU was especially monitoring the situation in the Seoul area. The ISU was informed through the Korea Skating Union that the competent authorities of the city of Seoul ordered the closing of the Mokdong Ice Rink and the cancellation of all planned competitions. The ISU therefore is unable to hold the ISU World Short Track Speed Skating Championships 2020 at the above-mentioned planned date. The ISU thanks the Korea Skating Union for their efforts to prepare for this Event and for their cooperation during the critical monitoring phase leading up to this decision.
Taking into account the uncertain world-wide development of the coronavirus, the limited and uncertain available time slots during the coming weeks and the logistical challenges of potential organizers and participating teams, a postponement and/or relocation of the Championships would be difficult to achieve. Nevertheless, a postponement and/or relocation of this Championships might be considered if the circumstances would allow so in due time.
Before taking a final decision, the ISU will remain in close contact with the Korea Skating Union and ISU Members. The ISU regrets that the most important annual Short Track Event cannot be staged as planned but believes that under the current circumstances ISU Members, Skaters and fans will understand this decision.
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In view of the planned ISU World Short Track Speed Skating Championships in Seoul/South Korea on March 13-15, 2020, the ISU was especially monitoring the situation in the Seoul area. The ISU was informed through the Korea Skating Union that the competent authorities of the city of Seoul ordered the closing of the Mokdong Ice Rink and the cancellation of all planned competitions. The ISU therefore is unable to hold the ISU World Short Track Speed Skating Championships 2020 at the above-mentioned planned date. The ISU thanks the Korea Skating Union for their efforts to prepare for this Event and for their cooperation during the critical monitoring phase leading up to this decision.
Taking into account the uncertain world-wide development of the coronavirus, the limited and uncertain available time slots during the coming weeks and the logistical challenges of potential organizers and participating teams, a postponement and/or relocation of the Championships would be difficult to achieve. Nevertheless, a postponement and/or relocation of this Championships might be considered if the circumstances would allow so in due time.
Before taking a final decision, the ISU will remain in close contact with the Korea Skating Union and ISU Members. The ISU regrets that the most important annual Short Track Event cannot be staged as planned but believes that under the current circumstances ISU Members, Skaters and fans will understand this decision.
We will make sure to keep you inform of the situation
Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, follow our Facebook page, our Instagram account and our Twitter account for daily news and results about speed skating.
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