Figure Skating Mar 1, 2022
The two-time Olympic champion will miss the event in southern France after aggravating a sprained right ankle while competing at the Beijing Games.
Winter Olympics Feb 22, 2022
Japanese Olympians focus on ending 2022 season on post-Beijing high
For some athletes, the Olympic experience was a dream come true, while for others it was a nightmare on one or more levels, even if there were some valuable lessons to take for safekeeping.
Winter Olympics Feb 20, 2022
Controversial Beijing Olympics reach finish line
by Dan Orlowitz
Japan had its best-ever showing at a Winter Games with 18 medals in an event that will be remembered for its complicated circumstances as much as its thrilling athletic displays.
Figure skating Feb 20, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu thrills fans at gala, unsure about world championships
After a disappointing Olympic campaign, the 27-year-old was able to let loose and even dance with popular Beijing 2022 mascot Bing Dwen Dwen.
Winter Olympics Feb 17, 2022
Olympic fans are being given a chance to connect virtually "one-on-one" with their favorite winter sports athletes through short simulated video calls posted on social media by the Japanese Olympic Committee. One video gives a rare glimpse of men's snowboard halfpipe gold medal winner Ayumu ...
Winter Olympics / Figure skating Feb 14, 2022
Yuzuru Hanyu refuses to rule out Olympic return after Beijing heartbreak
The figure skating star has revealed that he hurt his ankle on the eve of last week's free skate and had to receive pain-killing injections right before taking the ice.
Winter Olympics / Figure skating Feb 11, 2022
Yuma Kagiyama and Shoma Uno hoping to reach even greater heights after Beijing success
by Dan Orlowitz
After finishing on the Beijing 2022 men’s figure skating podium, silver medalist Yuma Kagiyama and bronze-winning Shoma Uno are looking forward to spending much more time with each other. With 18-year-old Kagiyama enrolling from April at Chukyo University — a powerhouse in the sport that ...
Winter Olympics / Figure skating Feb 11, 2022
"It's a pity that Hanyu missed a medal, but he took on a challenge that nobody has done before. The spirit is wonderful."
Winter Olympics Feb 11, 2022
Day 6 recap: Nathan Chen dethrones Yuzuru Hanyu as doping allegations swirl around Russian teenager
Japanese star fails attempt to become the first skater to land a quadruple axel in competition as he went for broke to make up lost ground.
Winter Olympics / Figure skating Feb 10, 2022
Nathan Chen captures gold as Yuzuru Hanyu falls short in bid to make history
by Dan Orlowitz
Nathan Chen tops the podium as Yuma Kagiyama claims the silver medal and Shoma Uno earns bronze.
Winter Olympics Feb 9, 2022
Day 4 recap: Yuzuru Hanyu makes shaky start at Beijing Olympics as Eileen Gu wins thrilling gold
Japan's top skater has a fight on his hands to win a third gold medal after Nathan Chen smashes his rival's world record in the opening program.
Winter Olympics / Figure skating Feb 8, 2022
Rivals and new faces shine as Yuzuru Hanyu misses mark
by Dan Orlowitz
Hanyu’s potential third straight Olympic gold may be in doubt after Nathan Chen walked out of the Capital Indoor Arena as the clear leader in a talented pack.