"The two-day event tickets were sold in an hour," writes the Finnish Figure Skating Association. In total, the event sold 14,000 seats, and 7,000 All Event tickets.
rn12% of spectators in the arena came from abroad. "Most foreign viewers came from Russia, Canada, the United States and the Netherlands," adds the organization.
rnLaura Raitio, Chair of the Finnish Figure Skating Association is delighted with the success of the event. "The atmosphere was amazing. The audience encouraged the performance of all teams and I believe that many teams have not experienced this kind of event before. Thank you very much to everyone involved, both the competitors, the volunteers, the public and the supporters of the event."
rnUp to 97% of all visitors were satisfied
rn"This is the kind of events we want in Helsinki. The role of volunteers in the success of events is absolutely crucial," says Nasima Razmyar, Deputy Mayor of Culture and Leisure in Helsinki.
rnAccording to a survey of "Sponsor Insight Finland Oy", up to 97% of all visitors were satisfied with the event. 81% of foreign viewers liked the atmosphere of the event.
rnThe financial result of the event was approximately EUR 600,000. In addition, successes were also achieved on the athletic side because the Finnish teams won the silver and bronze medals.
rnNext year, the 2020 Senior World Championships will take place in Lake Placid, USA. The organizers of this major event may already feel the pressure rising.