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Have you combed through the video section? https://planethanyu.com/video/

I can't believe they were so strict with the Japanese skaters but not Alysa. Anyway, the gold was Kaori's to lose, I'm gutted for her. Regardless, Japan's having a very successful olympics. good for them.

The women's event was so healing, especially compared to the nightmare of the Beijing Olympics. It was so nice to see so many women be happy and celebrate each other. I admit I'm not a huge fan of Alysa's skating, but I love her personality and what she gives to the sport. It's amazing how she came back to compete for herself and doesn't force herself to do anything. Very important that she notes she doesn't diet or restrict herself for the sport. (Russian federation should take note.) Really hope that Alysa ignites a revolution in the sport in that way. She was just so happy to be there. Gutted for Kaori, I was so hoping for an individual gold for her but it was not to be... to lose by only 2ish points is devastating. Happy to see she was celebrating on the podium later. I'll always love her. I will say that I actually wished Nakai got the gold over Alysa as my personal skating preference but I won't complain. Have to say after watching the women the event is so much better without all of the Eteri girls. I know Eteri had one AIN athlete in there, but, wow, that girl had no personality. The choreography is robotic and there was no joy. We really need all the Alysa attitude we can get.

Hi everyone! I hope this topic is ok in here. I'm struggling to find full competitions anywhere as Youtube and co are cracking down on uploads like these and over the years many also got lost. I was wondering if anyone still knows where to access or find them? I'm looking for as many as I can find - from Nationals, Grand Prix Tournaments, Worlds, Olympics to even his Junior Years. Anything would be highly appreciated! Thank you!

gubanova's dress is my favorite. usually not into white dresses on ice, but loveee the details on the back

The article mentions that whilst Gold Medals, especially those won by Team GB, are celebrated, it is also stories of overcoming hardship in order to make a comeback and succeed, which Brits find inspiring. The British love an underdog story and will often support athletes who face greater challenges compared with those who are seen as having advantages. Yuzu is exactly the kind of athlete who overcame injury on his journey to Olympic triumph that would be seen as a truly remarkable feat.

Wow Terry mentioned Yuzu after Mone's skate (yay Mone!) First Yuzu mention I've heard from USA coverage Hoping for a Japanese sweep of the women's podium, that would really make a statement, but wouldn't mind Alysa making it on there. I'm happy Alysa is back and skating for the love of the sport. Poor Amber though, she was so crushed after her SP. Her 3A was great and I wish she wouldn't be so hard on herself. I do think that compared to everyone else in that final group her skating was pretty slow and sluggish and I'd be surprised if she makes the top 5. But as we know from the men's event, ice is slippery and anything can happen.

For the British fanyus here:

@Yuzurujenn I just watched the Women's Special and in the end comments for Mone Chiba, I heard A. Dumont or N. Péchalat say (I quote): "Mone is from Sendai and she used to play with Yuzuru Hanyu when she was little : who remembers her gliding towards Yuzu with her pink gloves, all smiles? And you, being an expert, maybe you'll find it on France 2 Sport."

Nakai had a great skate!

I wouldn't think that was the case, personally. He got the silver in the World Championship and he usually does quite well. Of course I don't think he was expecting a Gold at all but the Silver was within his reach, in fact the numbers were so close at the top that Jun missed on a podium by less than a point! The Olympic stage is very intimidating but some will deal with pressure better than others. I think Ilia's case for sure was an extreme, with the pressure from his federation, the media, etc, you need to be really sound mentally at the time of the skate to not let it crush you. If you have a crack in your peace of mind and you let doubt in... I feel like that is where everything came crashing down for him, if I remember it right he said he felt severely overwhelmed at the time of the opening pose, so before he event attempted any element and failed it. And on the other topic he went over, I think most figure skating fans would like to see a shift where artistry is more valued and compensated. We can not fault the young skaters for loading their routines with jumps when that is what the sport is currently rewarding above all else, even giving away components and GOE to strong jumpers. There is no incentive for them to do well in artistry, complicated sequences, exquisite edges, when doing couple more jumps will reward them much more. It would be lovely to see this change, and components to be more respected, reflect what they are supposed to and really make a difference in a balanced way. Right now the weight lays overwhelmingly on the technical score. I was rooting for Sui and Han but the Japanese couple are really amazing, very deserved.

japan won the pairs gold? what alternative universe is this....this isn't the skating world i know LOL congrats

Hello guys, a long time lurker here. I read a discussion recently where people debated who is/was the toughest skater mentally, like being able to deliver under pressure at the main competitions. A lot of people were proposing Anna Shcherbakova, which kinda makes sense. But I think her career was too short to really count (and the main pressure and hype at the Olys wasn't put on her anyway, it was mostly Sasha and Kamila). I do think there are strong arguments in favor of Yuzuru (especially the way he handeled the 2018 Olys). What do you think?

Notte Stellata has another sponsor

it's certainly the only 4A on protocol

And tomorrow....?

I'm wondering if anyone has saved clips of the commentaries that mentioned Yuzu? Please do share!

No, there's no official address we can send anything to now. His home rink no longer accept things either. It’s sad, but the only direct way we can communicate is by leaving comments on his YouTube channel or sending tweets with the designated hashtags he created for us. He obviously can’t read everything, but he does read a lot. He’s chronically online.

Hi! Is there a location where I can send a letter to his management team? (Where they can show him ig🥹)

The caveat is that whilst Yuzu has stated that the days of competition may be in the past for him, he has changed the definition of professional skater and diverged from the traditional format ice show idea altogether. Yuzu is researching and designing training methods which enable him to perform in the way that he feels is best. The results are self evident as seen in his Ice Stories, where his supreme physical condition in order to showcase his skating, his creations and explore this entirely new concept of performance art with his invention in the unique genre of Ice Story. Honestly, Yuzu is a creator of new worlds with the merging of the skating programmes and video sequences and story telling with intricate costuming, set design, lighting and other special effects which immerses in the audience in a deep multi sensorial experience is utterly ground breaking. Like many other people, I was close to devastated when Yuzu announced the official end of his competitive career, but he has more than delivered with what he has brought to the ice as he began carving his own path as a professional. I am delighted to follow this journey with Yuzu still avidly following the Ice Stories and his Notte Stellata shows. Of course it is a pity that the world will not see Yuzu in competions anymore, but the years between Pyeongchang Olympics and Beijing were filled with negative experiences and nobody wants Yuzu to have to endure suffering at the hands of people who govern his sport. Yuzu has his sights set on more beautiful horizons and if he wants to, he will be presenting even greater works to enchant fortunate audiences for years to come. I hope that Yuzu will continue to evolve in the way that he chooses and include us fans as he moves forward. Personally, I am really looking forward to seeing everything that he wants to show us and just hope for his ongoing happiness and health. Yuzu's job titles: Professional skater, actor, producer, writer, costumes, make up artist, choreographer, model ...and more Long live Ice Emperor Hanyu

Yuzu's performance of his Chopin short program at the Pyeongchang Olympics, after an injury took him out for months, is absolutely legendary!

There definitely was some odd Yuzu erasure at these Olympics, especially on the American media. Maybe I missed it but neither Johnny or Tara brought up Yuzu's attempt nor the fact that he's a major influence on Japanese skaters today (with their superior skating skills). I don't think I heard his name from them once. I'm so happy for Mikhail and Shun being Fanyus and getting on the podium! I hope Yuzu did send them something private but wouldn't be surprised if Yuzu is avoiding the Olympics to not bring up any sad memories of '22.