Today at 17:30, ETV2 and ERR's sports portal will broadcast live the short program competition for the Men's Singles at the Junior World Championships in figure skating taking place in Tallinn. The commentators for this event are Anu Säärits and Liina-Grete Lilender. The championship will showcase young talents, with notable teams hailing from the USA, South Korea, Japan, and Belgium, highlighting the international aspect of this competition.

This year's event features the rising star Ilya Malinin, who has been the most influential and successful figure skater in recent years, known for breaking records with quadruple jumps. Malinin's journey to fame began at the same venue in 2022 when he claimed the Junior World Championship title. As the competition unfolds, anticipation builds as viewers look forward to witnessing Ilya Nesterov's debut at a title competition and Vladislav Churakov's performance, who has previously placed 26th in last year's championship.

Nesterov, aged 14, is coached by Jekaterina Nekrassova, while 16-year-old Churakov is trained by Anna Levandi. With both athletes representing Estonia, their participation in such a prestigious event not only provides them with a vital platform for showcasing their talent but also shines a spotlight on the developing figure skating scene in Estonia as they compete against a backdrop of international contenders.