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Isk8NYC
12-14-2006, 01:21 PM
From the USFSA News Page:

Belbin and Agosto Withdraw From Grand Prix Final Due To Injury

(12/12/06) - U.S. Figure Skating announced today the withdrawal of ice dancers Tanith Belbin & Ben Agosto (http://www.usfigureskating.org/AthletePairBio.asp?id=18447) from the ISU Grand Prix Final this weekend in St. Petersburg, Russia, due to injury. During practice on Monday, Dec. 11, Agosto was lifting Belbin when he injured his back, causing a thoracic and lumbar strain. A full recovery is expected after one to two weeks of physical therapy and no lifting. (Full Story) (http://www.usfigureskating.org/event_story.asp?id=36980)

Nicki
12-14-2006, 10:38 PM
Glad to hear that at least it's not a long term injury. Wishing Ben a speedy and complete recovery.