Nonot alone elegance on the ice And record medals: Kaori Sakamoto also shows one side playful, sweet and irresistible. The Japanese skater, ready to compete for gold inindividual figure skatinghas won over fans on Instagram with a series of tender and funny videos together to the official mascot of the Milan Cortina Olympicsone of the two most famous stoats of the moment: Tina.
The playful and irresistible side of the Ice Empress
The 25 year old, three-time world champion and bronze a Beijing 2022is living his last Olympics with grace, strength, charisma and a contagious smile. A veteran among the young Japanese talents, she is the natural leader of the Japan team and is considered “the nicest”. His reaction on receiving Tina she was very sweet: hugs, laughter and affectionate gestures that showed a more human Kaori. As the ice empress came out and showed her weak point: soft toys. Perhaps the adorable Tina will give her the right energy to return to dancing on the ice with that magic that only she is able to create.
Kaori Sakamoto’s magic towards Olympic gold
After the first double Axel, it was clear: Kaori Sakamoto was going to give one of the best performances ever. In the figure skating team eventJapan remained just one point away from gold, winning anyway silver and leaving the United States with victory for the second consecutive Games. Sakamoto’s performance in women’s free skate it was an authentic masterpiece: almost without errors, with perfectly calibrated jumps and harmonious stepsthe skater enchanted the Milan Ice Skating Arenatotalizing 148.62 points and putting Japan in the lead for the first time during the competition. After contributing to the silver in the team event, his next goal is the individual medalthe culmination of an extraordinary Olympic career. There is no doubt: all eyes will be on her.
Kaori Sakamoto: talent, discipline and charm
Born in KobeKaori Sakamoto began skating as a child under the guidance of Sonoko Nakanoher historic coach who accompanied her every step of the way up to the Olympics. Sakamoto isn’t just powerful: she skates with a confidence and fluidity that gives her wings. Every jump, combination and step sequence is calibrated, precise and harmoniousthe result of years of intense training and iron discipline. His technique is elegant, never distracting: combines strength and lightness, winning over the judges for its technique and the public for its expressiveness.
The third and final Olympic act
«More than driving, I want to create a lively atmosphere», Sakamoto told The Japan Times. «Even in difficult times, I hope to be able to mix a little fun with the seriousness of competition». This combination of talent, discipline and friendliness makes Kaori Sakamoto not only a champion on the ice, but also an example of humanity and lightness in sportready to close hers last Olympic act between applause, smiles and magic on the ice.
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