Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara, who have been nominated for the Beijing Olympics as a pair of figure skating, will meet online, and Kihara, who will participate in the third consecutive tournament, said, "I want to face with confidence unlike the past two tournaments." Showed enthusiasm.
The pair of Miura and Kihara made a mark on the podium for the first time as a pair of Japanese players in the two Grand Prix series tournaments this season, and was appointed as the representative of the Beijing Olympics.
On the 27th, he attended an online press conference in Canada, a practice base, and Kihara, who will participate in the third consecutive tournament, said, "I was happy that the offer was decided. I had it, but this time I want to come with confidence for the first time. "
In addition, Miura, who will be participating for the first time, said, "I was happy because it was a place I longed for, and I felt the responsibility that I had to do my best. I would be happy as a player if I could get results," he said about his thoughts on the Olympics.
The two are practicing to improve the quality of their performance details, such as the link between techniques, for the Olympics, and are continuing their physical training.
Kihara said about the goal of the tournament, "I couldn't go free in the last two tournaments in individual competition. I want to confidently realize the theme of this season," Win ourselves in the past. "
In addition, Miura said, "There are wonderful players in Japan. We want to be able to help as much as possible" in preparation for the team competition in which Japan is aiming for the first medal.