Without Yuzuru Hanyu, Nathan Chen and suspended Russian skaters, the 2022-23 Grand Prix season will have a different vibe.
JAPAN Forward takes a look at how athletes and public figures reacted to legendary figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu’s announcement on Tuesday, July 19.
“I have already won everything I want to win,” the two time Olympic champion said. “I don’t like the word ‘retire,’ so I don’t want to...
“Japan did so well at [senior] worlds. Sort of a revival in a way. Maybe they dipped a little bit, but now they are back,” the...
The move is somewhat puzzling, considering the innovative and iconic programs Richaud created for her since they began working together in 2017.
Inspired by standouts Yuzuru Hanyu, Shoma Uno and others, the teenager strives for greatness in the sport while pursuing ambitious educational goals.
In his sublime performance to “Bolero,” Uno finally broke out on the world stage with his first victory in a major senior competition.
After numerous struggles in recent years, Tsuboi’s renaissance began this season with a second-place showing behind Kao Miura at the Japan juniors.
In Estonia, the Americans captured gold medals in men’s and women’s singles as well as ice dance.
The American siblings, who skated to “Muse Medley,” retained their lead after the rhythm dance and earned a comfortable victory.
It was a solid performance for Tsuboi, who has struggled with results the past few seasons.
Levito skated to “The Swan” and exhibited an impressive flow throughout her program.