Citing a groin injury, Michelle Kwan has decided not to skate in next week’s U.S. Figure Skating Championship. Kwan will, however, petition the U.S. Figure Skating International Committee for one of three ladies spots on the 2006 U.S. Olympic Figure Skating Team.
Kwan was injured during practice on Dec. 17 and her doctor has recommended limiting skating since then. She is expected to resume her normal training schedule on Friday, Jan. 13.