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Ami Nakai Returns to Japan After Debut GP Win, Signals Olympic Ambition

The 17-year-old said the performance showed her she can skate with greater confidence.

Overview

  • Fresh off winning the Grand Prix season opener in France on her senior debut, Nakai spoke to reporters at Haneda Airport on October 21.
  • Nakai, who represents TOKIO Inkarami, called the result a joy and said she enjoyed the competition and delivered a performance she could accept.
  • She stated that the experience has given her permission to believe in herself more.
  • Asked about what comes next, she said the victory has sparked a desire to enter the selection race for the Milan–Cortina Winter Olympics.
  • Arriving in the early morning, she expressed surprise at the size of the media contingent and said the reality of the moment is gradually sinking in.