All posts tagged "Pyeongchang Olympics"

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  Figure Skating

  / 3 years ago

  Japan's Singles Skaters Absent Again From Training at Olympic Facility

  It appears that the Japan Skating Federation’s strategy was to try and keep the skaters in Japan for as long as...

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Aiming to Exceed Record Medal Haul from Pyeongchang Games

  Returning Japanese standout athletes from four years ago spark optimism for an even better showing at the Beijing Olympics.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [ICE TIME] Nathan Chen Set for Final Event Before Battle with Yuzuru Hanyu in Beijing

  The five-time reigning American champion returns to the ice after a long layoff due to the cancellation of the Grand Prix...

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [ICE TIME] Yuzuru Hanyu Bidding for Immortality with Quad Axel, Third Olympic Gold Medal

  “The Olympics are not a recital,” Hanyu said. “It's a place you must win. For that reason, I'll be strongly determined.”

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Figure Skating

  / 3 years ago

  Kaori Sakamoto Powers to Second Japan Crown, Locks up Spot on Olympic Team

  SAITAMA ー Kaori Sakamoto captured her second national title with a resounding victory at the Japan Figure Skating Championships on Saturday...

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Figure Skating

  / 3 years ago

  Kaori Sakamoto Takes Big Lead After Short Program at Japan Championships

  The 2018 Olympian skated to “Now We Are Free” and showed her veteran poise as she calmly and smoothly moved through...

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [ICE TIME] Japan Championships Filled with Intriguing Storylines as Skaters Vie for Olympic Berths

  The top-tier skaters are well known, but exciting quests are right behind as young athletes aim to earn their own spots...

  By Jack Gallagher
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  Features

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  [ODDS and EVENS] Miho Takagi Exhibiting Strong Form in Run-up to Beijing Olympics

  The veteran speed skater, who made her Olympic debut in 2010, is targeting her first individual gold medal at the 2022...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [ICE TIME] Shoma Uno Back in Spotlight with Triumph at NHK Trophy

  Uno delivers a bold reminder that he remains one of the world’s premier skating stars.

  By Jack Gallagher