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The ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating is a series of international figure skating competitions organized by the International Skating Union. It began in 1995 and includes six big events held over six weeks. These events take place in different countries, such as Canada, China, Finland, France, Japan, and the United States. Skaters compete in four types of events: men's singles, women's singles, pair skating, and ice dance.
After the six events, skaters collect points based on how well they do. The top skaters or teams from each event are invited to the Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final, where they compete one last time. This series is important because it helps determine who the best skaters are each season and gives them a chance to show their skills on an international stage.
History
Beginning in the 1995–96 season, the International Skating Union started the Champions Series, later called the Grand Prix Series. This series had five qualifying competitions and a final event. It helped skaters practice and compete before the World Championships. The first five events were the 1995 Nations Cup, the 1995 NHK Trophy, the 1995 Skate America, the 1995 Skate Canada, and the 1995 Trophée de France. Skaters earned points, and the top ones could compete in the Champions Series Final.
Today, the Grand Prix Series includes events like Skate Canada International, Cup of China, Grand Prix of Finland, Grand Prix de France, NHK Trophy, Skate America, and the Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final. Some events have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic or other reasons. The Junior Grand Prix was started in 1997 for younger skaters, with its own final event.
Grand Prix champions
The Grand Prix of Figure Skating has champions in four categories: men's singles, women's singles, pairs, and ice dance. Each year, skaters compete in six events to earn points, and the top skaters qualify for the Grand Prix Final.
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