Overview
- Footage from the Oct. 25 event in Chongqing showed Ren Junfei and Xing Jianing with a large DF-61-labeled toy in the kiss-and-cry area.
- The item was briefly lifted by both skaters and a team official before resting across Xing’s lap, according to the broadcast.
- In statements to media, the ISU called the soft toy “inappropriate,” expressed regret, and said it will investigate further.
- No disciplinary findings or sanctions have been announced as the inquiry continues; CNN said it sought comment from China’s skating federation.
- Ren and Xing finished eighth in ice dance, while Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates won the event.