The star-studded figure skating exhibition at the closing ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 was magnificent. The event featured gold medalist Nathan Chen, Japanese legend Yuzuru Hanyu and the Russian Olympic champion Anna Shcherbakova. Every performance in the event was enchanting, fluent, and a visual treat for the audience.
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The 17-year-old figure skater Anna Shcherbakova commenced the exhibition with a soulful performance and later the audience got to watch a scintillating masterpiece by the Japanese legend Yuzuru Hanyu. Just when the crowd thought they were done with exceptional performances, the American figure skater Nathan Chen set the stage on fire.
An insane backflip by Nathan Chen
The 22-year-old Olympic gold medalist showcased an amazing performance on the song ‘Rocketman’ as Chris Howarth introduced him by saying, ?It?s time for Rocketman!? He further added, ?It doesn?t matter what he does, he brings a smile to your face.??
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He ended his performance with an insane backflip, as the crowd was all roaring and cheering for the champion. Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 was everything Nathan Chen could ever hope for. The champion skater won his first-ever Olympic gold along with a silver medal in the team event. He was the top favorite since the beginning and winning amongst the legends, like Yuzuru Hanyu, certainly proves the level he is currently at.
Yuzuru Hanyu proved why he is a legend?
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There’s nothing more beautiful than watching Yuzuru Hanyu performing at his peak. The legend gave a visual treat to the audience before leaving Beijing today. His exceptional hydroblade move was the major highlight of his performance. He was moving inches above the rink and sliding like a curling stone on ice.
Undoubtedly, it was his best performance in the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022. Despite failing to accomplish his third Olympic gold medal dream, the ‘Ice Prince’ gave a memorable performance to the crowd at the figure skating gala.
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While the Winter Olympics is over now, fans would eagerly await the next time until these two champions will compete against each other.
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