For the first time, former figure skater Ashley Foy has spoken publicly about being sexually assaulted by Canadian ice dancer Nikolaj Sørensen. Foy’s disclosure resulted in Sørensen’s ban from the sport and reshaped the competitive skating landscape.
On Thursday, USA Today sports columnist Christine Brennan shared a statement from Foy on social media. Foy also provided an in-depth interview to the newsletter Broken Ice.
Christine Brennan’s statement on Bluesky
Foy’s Statement Highlights Broader Issues in Figure Skating
Foy’s statement references some of the most troubling incidents in recent figure skating history. Among them:
- Namiotka’s Case: Several skaters, including Namiotka, reported being sexually assaulted by U.S. national pairs champion John Coughlin. Coughlin died by suicide shortly after investigations and sanctions against him were made public.
- Namiotka’s Death: Namiotka passed away in 2022 following a long struggle with addiction.
- Wagner’s Testimony: Olympic medalist Ashley Wagner also disclosed being sexually assaulted by Coughlin.
Consequences of Foy’s Disclosure
Foy’s decision to come forward has had far-reaching implications:
- Sørensen was banned from competitive figure skating following the allegations.
- His former skating partner, now his girlfriend, formed a new partnership and won Olympic gold with a different skater.
- Foy, who now coaches in Connecticut, has broken her silence to raise awareness about abuse in the sport.
"This is about more than one person or one incident. It’s about systemic change and protecting athletes." — Ashley Foy
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