ISU Statement on Swiss Federal Tribunal decision regarding Kamila Valieva appeal

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ISU Statement on Swiss Federal Tribunal decision regarding Kamila Valieva appeal

06 Nov 2025

The International Skating Union (ISU) takes note of the decision rendered by the Swiss Federal Tribunal on 8 October 2025, rejecting Ms. Kamila Valieva’s application for a revision of the award issued by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on 29 January 2024 (read here).

As a result of this decision, the ISU Council confirms that the official ranking of the ISU European Figure Skating Championships 2022 in Tallinn, Estonia, is reallocated as follows:

  • 1st – Anna Shcherbakova (RUS)
  • 2nd – Alexandra Trusova (RUS)
  • 3rd – Loena Hendrickx (BEL)

The ISU will proceed with the reallocation of medals in due time. 

This marks the conclusion of a long and challenging process for the athletes involved. The ISU wishes to express its appreciation for their patience, professionalism, and resilience throughout this period. The ISU is pleased that these skaters will now receive the recognition and medals they rightfully deserve.

The ISU remains firmly committed to safeguarding the integrity of skating and ensuring fair competition. This commitment was reaffirmed during the 2024 ISU Congress and is a cornerstone of the ISU Vision 2030 strategy. Together with all stakeholders, the ISU will continue to take comprehensive measures to promote clean sport and to protect the physical and mental well-being of all athletes.

 

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