The 2008 Cup of Russia was the Cup of Russia Grand Prix competition of the 2008–2009 figure skating season. It was the fifth event of six in the 2008–2009 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating, a senior-level international invitational competition. It was organized by the Figure Skating Federation of Russia. Medals were awarded in four disciplines: men's singles, ladies singles, pair skating, and ice dancing.
In 2008, Cup of Russia was held in the Megasport Arena in Moscow from November 20 through 23.
The compulsory dance was the Viennese Waltz.
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