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YUZURU HANYU

Yuzuru Hanyu, seen in July last year, announced his divorce Friday, saying in a statement that his partner and their respective family members and associates have been targeted in stalking incidents, slander, and unauthorized coverage attempts by various media outlets publishing reports based on such acts.
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Nov 18, 2023
Yuzuru Hanyu announces divorce amid slander, stalking troubles
The Japanese figure skating icon and two-time Olympic champion said the couple had been troubled by slander, stalking and overheated media reporting.
Yuzuru Hanyu performs at Saitama Super Arena on Saturday in his first show since announcing his marriage in the summer.
MORE SPORTS / Figure skating
Nov 5, 2023
Yuzuru Hanyu performs for first time since marriage
The two-time Olympic figure skating gold medalist kicked off his first solo ice show tour Saturday in Saitama.
Yuzuru Hanyu announced retirement from competition in 2022.
MORE SPORTS / Figure skating
Sep 1, 2023
Yuzuru Hanyu announces first tour of solo ice show
Hanyu will script the show's story as executive producer and work with choreographer Mikiko.
Figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu poses with his gold medal from the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics, during a fan event in Tokyo in February 2018.
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Aug 5, 2023
Fans celebrate figure skating star Yuzuru Hanyu's marriage
The two-time Olympic champion has a passionate global fan base, including in China, where the news quickly became the top trending topic on social media.
Yuzuru Hanyu attends a photo session in Tokyo in September 2022.
MORE SPORTS / Figure skating
Aug 5, 2023
Figure skating icon Yuzuru Hanyu announces marriage
Hanyu, who did not reveal the identity of his partner, said he will continue to skate to show the best version of himself.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Feb 27, 2023
Yuzuru Hanyu performs solo ice show at Tokyo Dome
Hanyu is the first skater to hold a solo show at Tokyo Dome
Japan Times
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Dec 28, 2022
Images of 2022: Sports
From the wintry slopes of the Beijing Games to the heat on the pitches of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Japan has had plenty to celebrate in the world of sports over the past 12 months.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Sep 30, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu to stage ice show in November and December
The show he produces and performs in, called "Prologue," is scheduled for Nov. 4 to 5 in Yokohama and Dec. 2 to 3 in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Sep 18, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu to attend event commemorating Japan-China relations
The two-time Olympic champion will take part in a late September event celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Sep 16, 2022
American makes Hanyu-inspired quad axel history
Seventeen-year-old Ilia Malinin made figure skating history Wednesday by landing the first quad axel jump in competition.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Aug 26, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu reflects on past challenges while looking toward future
Hanyu's quest up until last February's Beijing Olympics was to master the quad axel but he is now freed to pursue his figure skating ideals without worrying about judges' scores.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Aug 12, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu speaks about transition into pro skater
Figure skating great Yuzuru Hanyu has opened up about his thoughts and aims as a professional performer.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Jul 22, 2022
An ice skating superstar steps down
Yuzuru Hanyu, who recently announced his retirement, redefined the sport of skating.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 21, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu not done pushing boundaries despite ending competitive career
"I want to keep going for it," Hanyu said. "I'd absolutely love to nail the quad axel and share it with everyone."
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 20, 2022
Only praise from peers for Yuzuru Hanyu after announcing retirement
Locals from Hanyu's hometown of Sendai, and other areas in northeastern Japan, devastated by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, also praised his achievements.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 19, 2022
In pictures: The brilliant competitive career of Yuzuru Hanyu
Moments from the brilliant career of figure-skating superstar Yuzuru Hanyu.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 19, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu confirms end to illustrious 12-year senior career
The figure skating legend has ended months of speculation over whether he would contest the upcoming ISU Grand Prix season and begin a quest for a potential fourth Winter Games berth.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 19, 2022
Figure skating icon Yuzuru Hanyu to retire, sources say
The 27-year-old, who will depart the sport as arguably the greatest male skater of all time, will speak about his decision at a news conference later in the day in Tokyo.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 18, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu to make 'major announcement' at upcoming news conference
The 27-year-old will speak at 5 p.m. Tuesday in Tokyo, fueling speculation he could be about to retire from competitive figure skating following a string of injuries.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Jul 2, 2022
Two-time Olympic figure skating champ Yuzuru Hanyu hints he's still competing
Hanyu was hurt at this year's Beijing Olympics, where he attempted an unprecedented quad axel, and had been quiet about his future plans to compete since then.

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