VAST VIEW Mone Chiba Tops Short Program as Cup of China Marks Ignatova's Grand Prix Comeback
World silver medalist Mone Chiba seized the lead in the women's short program at the Cup of China, while Russian skater Alexandra Ignatova made a long-awaited return to the Grand Prix circuit.
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World silver medalist Mone Chiba took the top spot after the women's short program at the Cup of China in Shenzhen, according to the Associated Press. The result gives the Japanese skater an early edge heading into the competition's free skate.
The event also marked a notable comeback, as Russian skater Alexandra Ignatova returned to the figure skating Grand Prix series after a long absence, the AP reported.
The Cup of China is one of the stops on the Grand Prix circuit, which brings together top international skaters ahead of the championship season.
Sources: Yahoo Sports
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