This summer, veteran swimmer Satomi Suzuki sent a strong message to Japanese fans, reminding them that she can still compete at the highest level.
At the ongoing Asian Games, many supporters perhaps have their eyes on younger prospects with the 2020 Tokyo Olympics less two years away.
But the 27-year-old Suzuki grabbed their attention with convincing results this month in a pair of international meets, the Pan Pacific Championships in Tokyo and the Asiad.