Farewell to the competitive arena, Yuzuru Hanyu's figure skating life ushered in a new starting point

On February 10, in the men's single skating free skating competition at the Beijing Winter Olympics, although the Japanese star Yuzuru Hanyu failed to challenge the Axel quadruple jump (4A), he still completed the entire set of movements.

So far, Yuzuru Hanyu has finished all competitions at the Beijing Winter Olympics with a total score of 283.21 points.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Cui Nan

　　China News Service, Beijing, July 19th 

　　China News Service reporter Yue Chuan

　　February 14, Valentine's Day.

A one-man press conference.

　　At that time, Yuzuru Hanyu had just finished his Beijing Winter Olympics.

Due to too many interview requests, the Japanese Olympic Committee had to hold a separate press conference for Yuzuru Hanyu to respond to concerns from the global media and ice fans.

　　Similar scenes, there is a precedent for the PyeongChang Winter Olympics.

　　There are many problems on site, but there is only one core: should we retire or continue?

On February 14, Yuzuru Hanyu at the press conference.

On the same day, Japanese figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu held a press conference at the main press center of the Beijing Winter Olympics.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Mao Jianjun

　　For the questions, Yuzuru Hanyu answered them one by one seriously, constantly expressing gratitude; but he was not sure about the future at that time.

　　After 155 days, Yuzuru Hanyu finally found his own answer.

　　At a press conference held on the 19th, Yuzuru Hanyu, who was under 28, announced that he would bid farewell to the competitive arena and would devote himself to becoming a professional figure skating performer in the future.

Data map: Yuzuru Hanyu at the Beijing Winter Olympics

　　Yuzuru Hanyu, who is sitting on the "world home ground", is a very special person.

On the ISU player information sheet, Yuzuru Hanyu's hobbies column is blank, and figure skating is almost all of him.

　　In the arena, Yuzuru Hanyu achieved remarkable results.

From Sochi to Pyeongchang, he is the second player in history to win the men's singles championship in figure skating at the Winter Olympics.

In February 2020, Yuzuru Hanyu won the championship in the Four Continents, thus completing the championships of the Winter Olympics, World Championships, Grand Prix Finals, Four Continents and other world championships, becoming a Grand Slam.

　　Outside the arena, Yuzuru Hanyu attracted much attention.

With his handsome face, humble personality, and superb skills, he not only has a large number of fans around the world, but also has a high popularity among players from all over the world. His role in promoting figure skating is even more immeasurable.

　　For this reason, Yuzuru Hanyu won the most important "Most Valuable Athlete" award at the 2020 International Skating Union's first annual figure skating awards ceremony.

Data map: Yuzuru Hanyu in the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

　　Before the Beijing Winter Olympics, Yuzuru Hanyu's resume was almost perfect.

However, as he grows older, Yuzuru Hanyu, who has been plagued by injuries, has gradually lost his strength in the face of the impact of the ultra-difficult movements of young players.

　　In fact, according to the doctor's advice, Yuzuru Hanyu should not have appeared in the Beijing Winter Olympics, but he did not want to say goodbye to his beloved ice surface in this way.

Even if failure will cost him a lot, Hanyu is eager to fight for his dream.

　　At the Beijing Winter Olympics, Yuzuru Hanyu fell while challenging the coveted Axel quadruple jump (4A) and ultimately missed the podium.

　　After the game, Yuzuru Hanyu thought a lot.

The hard work has not paid off, which he regrets, but also other growth.

"I've improved a lot in the past four years. There are a lot of things that can't be done in the world, and I want to be as positive as possible."

On February 20, the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics figure skating performance was held at the Capital Gymnasium.

The picture shows the Japanese team player Yuzuru Hanyu hugging "Bing Dian Dun".

Photo by China News Agency reporter Cui Nan

　　Despite different cultures and stances, Yuzuru Hanyu can resonate with ice fans around the world and feel the positive drive in him.

His influence has long gone beyond sports.

　　Great athletes have similarities: they are able to look honestly deep within themselves and set clear goals for themselves; then grow, never compromise, and go out of their way to achieve it; while remaining humble and realizing the importance of caring for others and the importance of caring for others. Strength; in the end, we will try our best to leave the precious quality on and off the field.

　　The same goes for Yuzuru Hanyu.

Looking back at the career at the end, what is important is not only those golden medals, but also what kind of touch and insight it can bring to others during this long journey.

Passing on precious qualities to more people is truly great.

On February 20, the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics figure skating performance skating was held at the Capital Gymnasium.

The picture shows Yuzuru Hanyu of the Japanese team in the performance skating.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Cui Nan

　　Yuzuru Hanyu missed the figure skating world championships in March because his right ankle did not heal.

After recovering from his injury, he went on a tour called Fantasy on Ice, which brought multiple shows over a two-month period.

Perhaps it was from this experience that he found a new starting point in his life.

　　The story of Yuzuru Hanyu as a player is enough to make those fans and juniors who will never forget it, like him, to move forward in difficult years.

　　The past year, the past five years, and the past ten years have all been the same.

And in countless tomorrows, Yuzuru Hanyu's graceful demeanor engraved on the arena is destined to be remembered countless times by countless ice fans.

On February 20, the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics figure skating performance skating was held at the Capital Gymnasium.

The picture shows Yuzuru Hanyu of the Japanese team in the performance skating.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Cui Nan

　　February 20, the closing day of the Beijing Winter Olympics.

The end of a journey.

　　Figure skating performance skating was staged at the Capital Gymnasium.

It was here that Yuzuru Hanyu completed the last official match of his career.

　　Walking on the ice, kissing the ice, Yuzuru Hanyu said goodbye to it with the classic work "Spring, Come".

Looking back at this moment, it seems to be saying goodbye to the past.

　　A heart with love can melt ice.

　　Yuzuru Hanyu's beloved ice rink, and those who gazed at it affectionately, will remember the spring he brought.

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