PHOTOS: Yuzuru Hanyu Dazzles Fans With Breath-Taking Performance at Figure Skating Gala at Beijing Winter Olympics 2022

There are no figure skaters who can match the elegance of Yuzuru Hanyu. Being one of the best figure skaters in the world, he dominated the circuit for a long time. Although he did not win medals this year, the sensational Yuzuru Hanyu is a legend of the sport. Moreover, his presence in the Olympics is important for the sport as he delivers outstanding performances, every time.

During the exhibition gala at the Beijing Winter Olympics, Yuzuru Hanyu performed a remarkable show for the audience in attendance. Photography and figure skating are united in many ways. Each picture tells us a story to the audience as we look at some of the fascinating clicks from the gala.

Yuzuru Hanyu with a brilliant performance

The two-time Olympic gold medalist wore a lacy dress and performed with a spotlight on him. His fluidic movements and stunning ability to land during jumps are beautiful. The sensational Hanyu bid goodbye to probably his last Olympic appearance. He finished fourth in the figure skating program this time around. USA’s Nathan Chen took his mantle as the best skater in the world. Even he had words to say how Hanyu is one of the best in the business.

“Yuzuru Hanyu has progressed the sport in ways that could never be imagined, he?s the greatest skater there has ever been and to follow him as Olympic champion is beyond my dreams. A few years ago, I didn?t think a quad axel was possible, his [Hanyu] attempt was extraordinarily close, I actually thought he?d hit it. It?s only a matter of time before someone can do it but it?s incredible how after dominating his sport for so long, he is still pushing the boundaries,” said Chen.

With the exhibition gala showing his subtle movements, the mantle of the best figure skater in the world is now going to Nathan Chen.

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Winning the gold medal was a target for Chen ever since he arrived in Beijing. Chen wanted to show the world why he has been the dominant skater for the past several years. The quality and the commitment he showcased on the ice rink are outstanding. This is his first gold medal and probably the first of many.

As for Hanyu, it ends an era of dominance in the figure skating competition. The Olympics fraternity would miss him for his unique display of skills and talents. Some of these photographs are stunning, as this might be the last time that Hanyu comes to skate.

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