Finally, the decision has arrived a day earlier than expected. The ISU has reviewed all applications received and after careful consideration has decided to award the championship to the Russian Federation, which will take place at the Arena Megasport Moscow / Russia, from 24 April to 1 May. According to the ISU
" The organization of this important event with little time for preparation will require a high level of effort the Figure Skating Federation of Russia, the ISU has assured full cooperation in areas such as easy access entry visa and security.
The preparation for updating all relevant details (calendar, notices, confirmations of entry, etc) have already begun and the ISU dera as soon as possible the necessary information. "
In these extraordinary circumstances the ISU requests full cooperation and understanding of the skating community and all entities involved in this event.
Finally, the ISU is convinced that the Japanese delegation that came to Moscow deserves and will receive special attention and respect. At a time like this, words can not express their feelings, but the ISU wants to express to the friends of the Japan Skating Federation Skating and people of Japan, the thoughts and wishes of the family still skating with them.