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Type: | ISU Grand Prix |
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Host: | German Ice Skating Union |
The Bofrost Cup on Ice (previously known as the Fujifilm Trophy from 1986 to 1987, the Nations Cup from 1989 to 1997, and the Sparkassen Cup on Ice from 1998 to 2001) was an annual international figure skating competition held as part of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating from 1986 to 2004. It was replaced by the Cup of China in 2003. Medals were awarded in men's singles, women's singles, pair skating, and ice dance.
After it lost its place in the Grand Prix series, the Bofrost Cup was held twice more, but in a modified format. Instead of a short program, singles and pairs competed in a contest showcasing jumps and required elements, followed by the free skate. Ice dancers performed their original and free dances.
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