Attending the prize-giving
Both pairs or teams who play the final must attend the prize-giving at the end of the competition, unless a verified injury, illness or other good reason stops them.
Clausola 1: Finalists attend
The players or teams who play in the final must take part in the prize-giving at the end of the competition. That means the runners-up as well as the winners.
Clausola 2: Allowed reasons to miss it
A verified injury, being unwell, or another reasonable cause excuses a finalist from attending.
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Do the losing finalists have to stay for the prize-giving?
Yes. The FIP rules ask both pairs or teams who played the final to attend.
What if I am injured after the final?
A verified injury, illness or other reasonable cause excuses you.