Figure Skating Championships Still Set As Omicron Spreads

The US Figure Skating Championships in Nashville will determine who represents the US at the Beijing Winter Olympics. Despite rising Omicron cases, the event will proceed with over 170 athletes. The Bridgestone Arena lacks strict COVID protocols, requiring only masks but not vaccination proof. Athletes will not be in a bubble, and those going to the Olympics must follow strict guidelines, including quarantine and daily testing if unvaccinated.

What is the primary purpose of the US Figure Skating Championships in Nashville?

• To celebrate the history of figure skating

• To host a public skating event

• To determine the US representatives for the Beijing Winter Olympics

• To introduce new skating techniques

What is a major concern for the US Figure Skating Championships as mentioned in the transcript?

• Insufficient number of participants

• Weather conditions in Nashville

• Lack of media coverage

• Spread of the Omicron variant

What does the CDC recommend in light of the Omicron variant?

• Reducing exercise

• Increasing travel

• Avoiding crowds, especially indoors

• Avoiding outdoor activities

What COVID protocol is not required at the Nashville venue hosting the championships?

• Proof of vaccination

• Wearing masks

• Social distancing

• Temperature checks

What must unvaccinated athletes do before participating in the Winter Olympics in China?

• Quarantine for three weeks and get tested daily

• Attend a training camp

• Receive a special permit

• Participate in a virtual event