Why only eight judges?

[Mathman]

Does anyone know why there were only eight judges instead of nine for ladies and pairs?

 

[thumbyskates]

I wonder if one got sick that was supposed to be there?

 

[FSGMT]

Maybe money problems? In 2006, they chose to reduce the number from 12 to 9 because of money problems...

 

[let`s talk]

... and no after-gala party... and medals made of glass...