World Figure Skating Championships Begin in Boston Amid Tragedy

The World Figure Skating Championships will take place this week at TD Garden in Boston, marking the event's first return to the U.S. since 2016. This year's championships are overshadowed by a tragic mid-air collision in January that claimed the lives of six members from the Skating Club of Boston, including skaters Spencer Lane and Jinna Han, their mothers, and coaches Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov. Competitors like Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov are preparing for the event while grappling with the profound loss of their fellow club members, which has deeply impacted their training and emotional state. A tribute to the victims will occur on the first day of the championships, emphasizing the community's resilience in the face of tragedy. Skaters and officials hope that this prestigious event can serve as a platform for healing and remembrance. The championships are expected to draw significant attention as the figure skating community comes together in support of one another.