I mean, that shouldn't even be in question

He is. Nobody can deny that

No one can deny how truly groundbreaking he was as a competitive athlete, but what made so many of us stay is his commitment and dedication to the sport, regardless of whatever circumstances (and to new fans, trust me, there A Lot of circumstances) and stones are hurled his way, his unprecedented mindset towards skating, in what ways exactly he expresses his unending adoration for it - through countless interviews, documentaries, media days, competitions, it is very clear we will never see another who loves skating quite as much as he does. “Skating equals living” and “(during the earthquake this March after he returned from Beijing) the number one thing on my mind was to protect my boots. I felt that even if I was in danger, I would still retrieve it, protect - I thought I might cry at the thought of protecting it. Perhaps this is what figure skating is to me.” Among other things as well, like his SIX crossover short program, Rondo Capriccioso, who experts have said was impossible to execute. Or truly unbelievable transitions and innovations, and matching every single movement of his boots to every nuance in the music. He really was the most dedicated competitive skater of all time.

@@kanekiken4860 i agree

Well said

Word!

Thank you! Do you know where I can watch or read about this interview in English? I love Yuzu!

💝🥰😍😘😇 Tnak You Yuzuru! ⛩

Do you know where one can watch his interview and is theee English subtitles?

@@mpangolino I found some parts of translations on social media.. I don't think a full translation is available yet..

@@narcissus_7477 Thank you! I cant wait to see it!

@@mpangolino me too!! I'm waiting for the full translation!!

Why are you saying “fly high yuzu!” He’s not dead?

Freed from ISU rules, Yuzuru is striving every day as a pioneer of professional figure skater. In each of his ice shows/Ice Stories he gives performance beyond anyone's expectation and imagination.

You can watch Ilya Malinin! He’s the new genius now!

​@@loveloveloveloveeeIlia has all the jumps which is incredible and I respect that. But other than that, his spins, steps, skating skills and expressions are very much lacking which makes his performance a little boring to watch despite the high component scores. And that's the reason why he hasn't gained much popularity even though he has won the latest GPF and Worlds. I hope he improves in the next two seasons and at least bring some sparks to Milan Olympics.

Exacto. Nunca lo merecieron

Fr

Уничтожали ханю как могли

And technical scores. It's unbelievable that none if his technical elements got the maximum.

Hanyu had been underscored by the judges for many years. There are lots of analyses of his program's scores online according to ISU's own rule book, They compared the same technical elements w/ other skaters', frame by frame analysis, while others w/ subpar jumps got much higher GOE/PCS. Also, there are many commentators who had questions about his scores too. This is not a secret. ISU tried to get rid of him for a very long time already.

Yuzu is just absolutely perfect here, it's stunning and breathtaking. I like watching the program with the Italian commentators, they have the right mindset and dare to criticize the scoring.

Anyone think it’s an accident that they stop the video before the scores are shown?? 🤣

I watched this program again in GIFT 💛💛💛💛cried a lot

I can't agree with you more. So many fans left despite of their love to Yuzuru Hanyu because the evil actions of corrupted ISU is insufferable. So many stayed because of their love to Yuzuru Hanyu is too strong even the evil actions of corrupted ISU is insufferable. Now, we can all leave ISU and happy for the fact we will no longer need to see their evil actions, fake competitions and unworthy medalists again.

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His skills have improved, but his scores were down.How ridiculous!

I don't completely understand how scores go in this sport yet, so why does everyone say he got underscored? I mean he made a mindblowing WR if I'm not mistaken (322 points in total)

​@@mireiafarreras9542 At first glance, these 223.20 points appear a lot, as it was a world record score at that time. However, if you take a closer look at the rules and scoring guidelines, and compare the judges' marks for this performance with others, you can't help but think that it's a disappointing result. Hanyu has received a total of 29 perfect scores for technical elements internationally in the course of his career, but not a single one for this performance. None of the 13 executed elements got unanimous +3 GOE from the judging panel despite the high quality of execution. Also, this free skate program was the most balanced to be performed in international competition up to date, especially in transition quality and composition, yet it only received the sixth highest program component score (PCS) in men's singles, which is a shame. Personally, my conviction is that no skater has ever been truly underscored, but rather ridiculously overscored, especially in the program components. However, this particular program - even if you ruthlessly stick with the rules and scoring guidelines - should have deserved at least 227 to 228 of the max possible 234.33 points. That's how outstanding it was.

@Henni147 thank you so much for explaining!! I felt really impressed by this performance cause I believe everything he did was perfection, but I didn't know about the maximum you could get and everything! Anyway even underscored, the score he got is still so f*cking amazing, I mean 233.20 out of 234.33, WOW

He got 223.20 of possible 234.33. This is 11 points away from the maximum. If scoring was consistent and strictly following the guidelines for all skaters and performances, then it would be indeed a great score. But looking at the very selective judging and some blatant candies that have been awarded in the last two systems, these 11 points are a harsh deduction for this once-in-a-lifetime skate.

@@henni1475 think of 234 points for a 4-quad FP, it's just mind-blowing. Imagine if ISU had treated him fair, literally no one would have opposed him being the GOAT, even American ^^

Its okay. Now Yuzuru can skating calmly, no scared about the score he deserves to get. As long as can still seeing him on ice, it's okay I think.

Is there a new season? Who cares.

It’s actually not *one of the most it’s the MOST BEAUTIFUL GORGEOUS FIGURE SKATING IN HISTORY

Он ВЕЛИКИЙ талант! ХОРОШО ПРЫГАЕТ НО У НЕГО НЕТ ХОРРЕОГРАФИИ- ОН ПРОСТО !МАШЕТ РУКАМИ ,А ТЕЛО КАК БРЕВНО.

Yes agree. The sporting arena will be hollow without Yuzuru Hanyu presence!

@@user-rg6rz3eo2v didnt see the choreography while others saw? So your eyes may have problem, should go to check, good luck!

@@user-rg6rz3eo2v あなたは、どこを見てますか？

@@user-rg6rz3eo2v || 🌿🌞🌿 Самый ТУПОЙ и идиотский коммент, когда-либо встреченный мной, а я их перечитала около сотни тысяч ... достойный ШНОБЕЛЕВСКОЙ премии. ТИХИЙ УЖАС !!! ~ 😱 ~ 😱 ~ 😱 ~

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Exactly like you said! Hanyu's skating is just unique and sublime. No one can compare to him.

Si fuera maestra de historia lo incluiría en los libros! ❤