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The short program in figure skating is one of two programs (the other being the long program) that singles and pairs skaters perform. It is set to music, which can be instrumental or vocal, and lasts no longer than 2 minutes and 40 seconds for senior-level skaters. This program consists of eight designated, required elements that skaters must complete. While skaters choose their own music and costumes, and can perform the elements in any order, they cannot repeat an element if they miss it.1

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