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Maxim Naumov Honors Late Parents with Standing Ovation at World Figure Skating Championships

Maxim Naumov Honors Late Parents with Standing Ovation at World Figure Skating Championships

Maxim Naumov, a young figure skater, captured the hearts of many at the World Figure Skating Championships in Montreal. Following the tragic loss of both his parents in a plane crash near Washington, D.C., Naumov's performance was not just a display of athletic prowess but a poignant tribute to his late parents.

The incident that claimed the lives of Naumov's parents occurred when their small plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Washington Executive Airport. The crash, which happened on a Sunday, led to an outpouring of support for Naumov as he prepared for the championships.

During his performance, Naumov skated with grace and emotion, earning a standing ovation from the crowd. The audience's response was a testament to the young athlete's resilience and the universal language of sports that transcends personal tragedy.

Naumov's story has resonated with people worldwide, highlighting the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. His performance at the championships will be remembered not only for its technical skill but for the emotional connection it fostered with spectators around the globe.

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What channel are the World Figure Skating Championships on?

World figure skating championships 2025 TV schedule The entirety of all sessions will be available on Peacock. Saturday, 1:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. ET: Free dance (USA Network, 3 p.m.) Saturday, 6 p.m. to 9:52 p.m. ET: Men's free skate (NBC, 8 p.m.)

Where can I watch the figure skating championships?

The World Figure Skating Championships air live this week on NBC Sports and Peacock from Boston's TD Garden.

When are the world skating championships?

When are the World Figure Skating Championships? The 2025 ISU World Figure Skating Championships begin Wednesday Mar. 26 and conclude Sunday, Mar. 30.

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American Alysa Liu, after two years away from figure skating, wins gold at worlds. BOSTON — It was once prophesied how Alysa Liu would return glory to U.S. women's figure skating. At 13 years old, she became the youngest woman to win the U.S. championships, back in 2019.

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