Update: Rika Kihira has withdrawn from Skate Canada International 2023:

“Thank you always for your support. I have decided to not take part in Skate Canada. Going towards my 2026 Milano Olympics dream, I decided to prioritise the complete recovery of my injury after meetings… pic.twitter.com/Z5WTdPMNpu

— Skate Japan News (@skatejapanews) September 28, 2023