Before the All Japan Speed Skating Championships started in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture from the 28th, the athletes were making final adjustments, and Miho Takagi, who is scheduled to participate in the 4th event, said, "It's a rare opportunity to show skating in Japan. I want to have an exciting race,” he said with enthusiasm.
On the 27th, the athletes made their final adjustments at the tournament venue from the morning, and Takagi, who won four medals including the gold medal at the Beijing Olympics in February, repeatedly practiced acceleration for about 30 minutes. rice field.
At this season's World Cup, Takagi has a stable record, winning three times in the women's 1500m, her specialty. I am planning to participate in the 4th category.
Takagi said, "I think I've done what I can because I've had time to focus on improving my condition. It's one of the few opportunities in Japan where I can show everyone how I skate, so I want to have an exciting race."
In addition, Wataru Morishige, who won the bronze medal in the men's 500 meters at the Beijing Olympics, said, "We are still in the process of correcting the issues, but I want to give my best and give a good performance."
The All Japan Speed Skating Championships will be held at "YS Arena Hachinohe" for three days from the 28th.