Team Composition and Destination South Korea will send three men, three women and one ice‑dance pair to the ISU Four Continents Championships at Beijing’s National Indoor Stadium, using the competition as a final Olympic rehearsal before the 2026 Games. The squad departed Tuesday and will compete against non‑European skaters in a venue slated for Olympic events. This deployment underscores the federation’s emphasis on gaining experience on the Olympic ice. [1]

Cha Jun‑hwan’s Injury Management Three‑time Four Continents veteran Cha Jun‑hwan competes despite an ankle injury that forced him to modify his program and cut planned quadruple jumps. He has been testing a new boot‑blade combination weekly to find optimal fit and intends to fine‑tune his routines in Beijing ahead of the Olympics. His adjustments illustrate the balance between health preservation and competitive readiness. [1]

Olympic Debutants Shin Ji‑a and Lee Hae‑in Shin Ji‑a and Lee Hae‑in are set for their first Olympic appearances; Shin is making her Four Continents debut in her inaugural senior season, while Lee enters as the 2023 Four Continents champion. Their participation highlights South Korea’s blend of emerging talent and proven medal contenders heading into the Games. [1]

Roster Change and U.S. Absence Kim Chae‑yeon withdrew from the women’s roster due to a lower‑back injury, prompting Yun Ah‑sun’s elevation as her replacement. Meanwhile, the United States opted not to send its qualified singles skaters, turning the Four Continents into a primary preparation platform for the Korean team. This shift amplifies the event’s strategic importance for South Korea’s Olympic plans. [1]