Figure Skating World Championships 2026 in Prague: schedule, where to watch, Armenian team participants

On March 25, the 2026 Figure Skating World Championships will begin in Prague. The tournament will run until March 29 and will bring together the world’s top athletes.

The Armenian national team will be represented in two disciplines: men’s singles and pair skating.

In men’s singles, 19-year-old Semen Danilyants will compete for Armenia. This will be his third World Championship; he previously finished 22nd and 37th.

In pair skating, Armenia will be represented by 2026 Olympic participants Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin. This will be the duo’s debut at the World Championships.

How to watch the 2026 World Championships

In several countries, the tournament will be available via official broadcasters:

• Russia — Okko

• Poland — Polsat

• Germany — ZDF

• Kazakhstan — QazSport TV

Full list available here.

In countries without an official broadcaster (including Armenia), the competition can be watched for free on the ISU YouTube channel.

Competition schedule

Wednesday (March 25)
11:30 — Short program (women)
18:45 — Short program (pairs)

Thursday (March 26)
11:30 — Short program (men)
18:15 — Free program (pairs)

Friday (March 27)
11:30 — Rhythm dance (ice dance)
18:00 — Free program (women)

Saturday (March 28)
12:30 — Free program (men)
18:30 — Free dance (ice dance)

Sunday (March 29)
14:30 — Exhibition gala