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The world's top short track speed skating stars will clash on the ice in Seoul Mokdong.
The Korea Skating Union announced on the 21st that the "2026/27 ISU Short Track Speed Skating World Tour 3rd Leg" will be held for three days from November 20 to 22 at the Seoul Mokdong Indoor Ice Rink.
The Short Track Speed Skating World Tour, organized by the International Skating Union (ISU) and hosted by the Korea Skating Union (KSU), is an international competition boasting the highest prestige in the world. In particular, this 3rd leg is expected to be a turning point as the competitive performance of athletes and the national rivalry structure intensify during the early-to-mid stage of the 2026/27 season.
The South Korean national team, competing with the advantage of home ground, will set out on a medal hunt in their own backyard. Star players Kim Gili, Choi Min-jeong, and Lee Jung-min, who form the core of the representative team, are expected to make a full appearance to face off against world-class athletes and demonstrate the strength of the "short track speed skating powerhouse."
This tournament will be organized not just as a simple sporting event, but as a festival combining sports with culture. The union plans to create an environment where domestic and international spectators of various age groups can enjoy together by providing interactive programs for fans visiting the venue, as well as diverse cultural events linked with K-POP content.
A representative from the Korea Skating Union stated, "Through this tournament, we will solidify the international standing of Korean short track speed skating while contributing to expanding the base of domestic ice sports and fostering a healthy fan culture."
Ticket pre-sales for the tournament will begin at 2 p.m. on October 23 via Ticketlink. Detailed information such as seat categories and prices can be checked on the official website and social media of the Korea Skating Union, as well as at ticket sales outlets. Major events will be broadcast live on SBS and the streaming platform Chizik.
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