The International Skating Union (ISU) is investigating after two Chinese ice dancers were shown with what appeared to be a toy ballistic missile during a grand prix figure skating event. TV footage showed Ren Junfei and Xing Jianing sitting with a large toy in the shape of a missile labelled ‘DF-61’ as they were waiting for their scores in the ‘kiss and cry’ area at the Cup of China on Saturday. The toy was briefly held up by Ren, Xing and a coach, then placed across Xing’s lap. The Guardian
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Chinese ice dancers under investigation after holding toy missile at event
The International Skating Union is investigating after two Chinese ice dancers were shown with what appeared to be a toy ballistic missile during a grand prix figure skating event. TV footage showed Ren Junfei and Xing Jianing sitting with a large toy in the shape of a missile labelled “DF-61” as they were waiting for their scores in the “kiss and cry” area at the Cup of China on Saturday. The toy was briefly held up by Ren, Xing and a coach, then placed across Xing’s lap. The DF-61 is…
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