Miho Takagi, sister Nana, and Ayano Sato, who have won the silver medal at the women's 1500 meters in the quarterfinals, which is the first race of the Beijing Olympics speed skating and women's team pursuit, are held. He participated in the team and set a new Olympic record with a time of 2: 53.61.
Japan came in first and decided to advance to the semi-finals on the 15th by the top four teams.