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Sadovsky, Gogolev Set for Final Showdown with Canadian Men’s Olympic Spot at Stake
Sadovsky and Gogolev face off at nationals with only one Olympic spot available, as Skate Canada weighs their season performances and consistency, officials said.
- On Jan. 8, 2026, Roman Sadovsky and Stephen Gogolev meet in a final showdown at the Canadian championships with the short program Friday and free Saturday at Centre Slush Puppie, deciding Canada's single Milan Cortina Games men's spot.
- Skate Canada says selection considers a skater's body of work, not just one result, weighing nationals alongside recent seasons, while Brian Orser urged nationals be the decider.
- Becoming travel companions, Roman Sadovsky and Stephen Gogolev flew to the same four competitions this season, splitting matchups and each winning gold on the Challenger circuit.
- Mike Slipchuk, Skate Canada high-performance director, says team-event suitability and season scores are central to the decision as Canada aims for an Olympic team bronze, while observers warn athletes face intense pressure.
- Despite a muted return in lower-level events, Messing’s 275.57 from 2023 would still be the top Canadian score this season, highlighting lingering potential amid a changing men's landscape in Canada.
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