In 2002, the figure skating world was rocked by the infamous "SkateGate" scandal at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. A sordid tale of vote-trading and biased judging, the incident cast a long shadow over the sport, prompting an extensive investigation that revealed rigged scores and eventually led to significant reforms in the judging system. As a passionate fan who cherishes the integrity of figure skating, I find it deeply troubling to witness similar controversies re-emerging in our beloved sport.

Recently, at the 2026 Winter Olympics, questions have arisen surrounding the judgment that awarded France's athletes, L. Fournier Beaudry and G. Cizeron, the Gold medal in Ice Dance. It is alleged that the scoring lacked transparency, and specific moves which should have attracted penalties were overlooked. Such discrepancies demand immediate attention to uphold the spirit of fair play and competition, which the Olympic Games are built upon.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Skating Union (ISU) must take decisive action to ensure that all judging in the Winter Olympics remains impartial and meticulous. It is imperative that an independent investigation be launched into the judging process of the Ice Dance event in question. The credibility of the Games is at stake, and learning from the lessons of "SkateGate," we must prevent history from repeating itself.

By signing this petition, you join a collective call for transparency and accountability in Olympic judging. Our goal is to encourage the IOC and ISU to take formal steps to scrutinize the judging criteria employed during the Ice Dance event, evaluate potential bias, and ensure corrective actions are employed to address any injustices found.

Let us safeguard the cherished values of trust and fairness that the Olympics represent. Your signature can help press for a future where athletes’ talents are justly recognized and celebrated. Sign this petition now to demand integrity and justice in Olympic judging!