Yuzuru Hanyu, who is studying at the School of Human Sciences internet degree program, won Skate Canada, the second event in the figure skating grand prix, held in Kelowna, Canada between October 25-27, beating his own personal best score.
On the 25th (local time), Mr. Hanyu scored 109.60 in the short program, beating his personal best this season and setting a world record. He also recorded a personal best in the free skate on the 26th. In the overall score, Mr. Hanyu came within 0.83 points of world leader Nathan Chen.
Results
Short program: 109.60
Free program: 212.99
Overall: 322.59
Even after winning gold in two consecutive Winter Olympics at Sochi and Pyeongchang, Mr. Hanyu continues to show no signs of slowing down!
Cheer on Mr. Hanyu as he continues to be active on the world stage.
Mr. Hanyu led the pack in the men’s short program in Kelowna (Kyodo)
Mr. Hanyu performing in the men’s short program in Kelowna (Kyodo)
Mr. Hanyu performing in the men’s free skate in Kelowna (Kyodo)
Mr. Hanyu basks in a standing ovation at the end of the men’s short program in Kelowna (Kyodo)
Mr. Hanyu shows off his medal at the medal ceremony from his victory in Kelowna (Kyodo)
