"I never feel like [a] champion. I'm always [a] challenger." And THAT's why he's a true champion.

@theabricci2626

4 жыл бұрын

Only a great champion and a great person can give such an answer

@nannogray4412

3 жыл бұрын

A real champion 😍

@abigailfn

2 жыл бұрын

seeing this after he tried the 4Axel even if that took away his chance of a medal but still challenged himself

Interviewer: *asks anything* Yuzuru: I love skating He is so precious, he really is born to be a skater

@dnrpnnrb

3 жыл бұрын

He is born for his skate :)

@Ifi1waVBH

Жыл бұрын

True! Though I think part of the reason for that constant answer is it’s harder for him to give a detailed answer in English

His English has gotten so good I can’t wait to see more from him

@ancamg

4 жыл бұрын

He has improved, but he still struggles for more complex questions. If we compare him with Javier, well Javier's English is light years ahed with his English skills.

@JamesDurbin101

3 жыл бұрын

@@ancamg I mean...Javier has also been speaking English for years longer than he has, so that's not really a fair comparison.

@ancamg

3 жыл бұрын

@@JamesDurbin101 That's right, but it's more about how different the two guys are. Javier lived alone in Toronto, and had to do most things by himself and had many friends around. Yuzuru stays with his mom, who does all the cooking and the rest of the chores. They are both great guys, just different.

@chibiousstore5712

3 жыл бұрын

@@ancamg ah, it'll be better if every interviewer can speak japanese tho. his words are very wise. it's such a shame there's language barrier :(

@sichengbestboy9667

3 жыл бұрын

@@ancamg as a hispanic I can say it's not a really good comparison. spanish people, for their accents, have to try a little bit harder than south american people to speak it correctly, but it's much more easy for us anyways. Also, why the comparison? Haha.

Y did he look like he was trying to hold back his tears the entire interview?

@zg2098

4 жыл бұрын

Unknown Person maybe because he’s very passionate & emotionally connected to what he’s talking abt?

@kitsune2367

4 жыл бұрын

I don't see that

@carmelm7325

4 жыл бұрын

it might not look like that but yuzu is a very emotional person. whatever he does he puts emotions to it. he looks bright and bubbly all the time and when that happens he puts all of his happiness into it. when talking about the future or about goals he puts all of his excitement and passion into it. so talking about skating, you can feel the love and the emotion just by looking at him. maybe he wasn't holding back tears and he wasn't even sad, talking about skating touches him in so so so many ways including emotionally.

@cassif19

4 жыл бұрын

It's seems like that because he struggles with English 😅. He's always like that in English interviews but never in the Japanese ones. It's not holding back tears, it's more like "Expressing myself is sooo hard"

@roddo1955

4 жыл бұрын

He's a bit of a drama queen. In the best way.

*"Jumps are important, of course, but figure skating is not only jumps, the artistry is also important"* -Yuzuru Hanyu And that's why I love him so much. Not only because of his cuteness, bubbly personality, and world class talent. I love him, because he really understand the true meaning of something. He really puts his emotions to it, his feelings. Figure skating is not only about jumps, it's about artistry too. To be fact, Figure skating *IS* Art. I love a man who can be talented at something but will never forget the true meaning of that 'thing' he's really passionate about.

@Jamieluu1708

4 жыл бұрын

yes, i totally agree. and the fact that the new judging system is based off jumps just feels a bit wrong to me since i've always thought that figure skating should have always been about the art

@toninot17

4 жыл бұрын

jamielluu let the quads come on 🙄. Almost feels like they made this new system just for all those quad jumpers smh

@misslolly7629

4 жыл бұрын

Can't said it better 🧡🧡🧡🧡

@mariajesseannegloria3026

3 жыл бұрын

@@Jamieluu1708 I completely agree with you. and that’s another reason why Yuzu is the GOAT. Even if the new judging system gives more credit to technique, he is the only skater who can perfectly balance technique with artistry.

@livelife2324

2 жыл бұрын

Something Nathan fans will never understand

I like how the interviewer asks slowly, as not to overwhelm him

@coolcucumber7536

4 жыл бұрын

Ikr he’s really calming to heart

@coolcucumber7536

4 жыл бұрын

To hear

@michaellee-cm7rh

4 жыл бұрын

Fully agree. The interviewer is talking slowly so Yuzu can understand his question and give the best answer.

Damn virus, we got robbed of this year's worlds i feel sorry for Yuzu, Nathan, Shoma etc who must've trained like crazy

@gummynoodles9036

4 жыл бұрын

Leila7254 yuzuru may come back with a quadruple axel now that he doesn’t have to compete

@gummynoodles9036

4 жыл бұрын

Yanjun Sun , he only goes to important competitions, And actually I don’t think he can skate on the ice, i think everything is closed down. But at least he can train the muscles he needs for a quadruple axel

@magkal8690

4 жыл бұрын

So true...and only God knows when we'll be able to see them again competing...if...I'm so frustrated for not seeing them in the worlds competition, that I can't imagine how frustrated must they be for not being allowed to compete, cause there are no competitions, not even ice shows...

@greentea8852

4 жыл бұрын

I feel this Corona situation would actually gives Yuzu the time to practice more 4A and make it his „friend“ just like 3A. I really hope he‘ll make yet another history with as the „first of... „ as he has done it many times. Fingers cross

@chimmilk9071

4 жыл бұрын

Gummy Noodles Pretty sure he can now. The club has returned to skating and even if he’s not in Canada, Japan is a lot better off so definitely back at skating.

Yuzu: I bet my life to skate, every time. Me: CRY

@mizu2in

4 жыл бұрын

When I see Yuzu skate, I forget asthma can kill and it sounds like he has made peace with that...I would still feel better if I could spot an inhaler somewhere!

@feather-san4224

3 жыл бұрын

@@mizu2in He probably has it stored somewhere near always. Kikuchi-san, his personal trainer and therapist, might have one on his person at all times. Also Brian, his coach.

@anthonylmhoang900

2 жыл бұрын

Anime feeling right there

@svnnysolar

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, though, when I hear this line, I think of this one interview where he said that since he started skating at 4, he never had time to hang out w/ friends, being on the ice all the time. This puts “I bet my life to skate” in another light, because he bets his health, his career, his future, and not just in a physical sense.

The world does not deserve someone as amazing as yuzuru

@ana-hy1nu

4 жыл бұрын

katelyn limes The world is wonderful and deserves Yuzu! ... only some people DO NOT !!! 🌎🌏🌍

@JordonLeBlanc

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad we have him❤❤❤

@cowboyboopdoop

3 жыл бұрын

No but japan does

@beepbeep670

3 жыл бұрын

Jsf and isu definitely don’t....

@pahoellyyy

2 жыл бұрын

@GrubDaddy The world doesn't need more Negative Nancys like you

Can we get a Yuzuru Hanyu movie already!! His success and him as a person are amazing!! I love him so much!

@user-of4jd1ov3b

3 жыл бұрын

Can't agree more than this

@thanwashop1831

3 жыл бұрын

+100% love Yuzuuuu😍😍

@joni3345

2 жыл бұрын

Or anime!!!!

@ojusrane6843

2 жыл бұрын

@@joni3345 yuri on ice

@jdcv17

2 жыл бұрын

I thought about that too but then who could possibly play him in a movie? How about a documentary?

HE'S THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEING I LOVE HIM

I love how he pronounces "performance" as "pah-hhor-mance" with a truly Japanese accent and then he jumps straight to saying "skating" with a pure Western english accent 😍

@lindaodriscoll2442

4 жыл бұрын

I think more a Canadian accent than English 💜

@cowboyboopdoop

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s not japanese

@Ddcgb

3 жыл бұрын

there is no f in japanese. it is h but they release more air to emphasize f

@pahoellyyy

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ddcgb Yuzuru correctly pronounced many words that contained the letter f in this video like fans, feeling, figure, forest, among others. Maybe pronouncing the f sound is a lot easier for him when it's at the beginning of the word rather than in the middle?

@Ifi1waVBH

Жыл бұрын

@@pahoellyyy perhaps

Sad that they interpret him saying "I was born for MY skate" into "I was born to skate". They have a completely different meaning.

@1412Bunny

4 жыл бұрын

whats the difference?

@pennyinheaven

4 жыл бұрын

@@1412Bunny Yuzu is born to skate what he wants, the program he wants and made for him. Not trying to be anyone else but himself on ice. The "I was born to skate" sounds quite arrogant and a bold claim.

@ali_tafa006

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah

@johnbenedictmartizano3333

4 жыл бұрын

@@pennyinheaven well said

@akas224

4 жыл бұрын

same thing happened. he said I want to practice more, but translated, I want to impress more.

5:10 when he mistook the question for “where does Pooh come from” as geographically instead of symbolically it was so cute 🥺🥺

@isabellahazel2043

3 жыл бұрын

i think he was being funny

@natalia-fm

3 жыл бұрын

@@isabellahazel2043 yeah and failing, so cute wwww

@usagi9789

3 жыл бұрын

HAHAHA I GOT SO CONFUSED WHEN HE SAID "The forest" and then I realized he probably made a joke.. so cute.

@nguyenlequynhtrang9893

2 жыл бұрын

@@usagi9789 he even said "Canadian forests" afterward😂💗

@thesicaeffect5164

2 жыл бұрын

@@nguyenlequynhtrang9893 Brian even said that after he told yuzu that winnie the pooh is Canadian in origin, yuzu started trusting him more 🤣🤣🤣

"I bet my life to skate" This sentence speaks volumes

@wendychiang9453

3 жыл бұрын

Everytime,my mission

I think the whole interview just showed why he is a true champion and a thrilling skater. We are fortunate to be in the same era with him. I hope he can achieve his dream with happiness because he truly deserves it!

he was born to skate and to be loved..

”I bet my life to skate.” “I never felt like a champion. I always felt like a challenger.” “I was born for my skates.” “Jumps are important, of course, but figure skating is not just jumps. Artistry is also important.” These are the words from him, and we can see him live by them. That’s why he is the GOAT of figure skating! He is completely genuine and honest. He is so passionate and joyous about figure skating it is contagious.

@reniadiwijaya8211

2 жыл бұрын

He stays true to what he's said.

What a treasure , what an athlete, what a beautiful, smart, intelligent, passionate and overall humble human being! I admire him for what he is, for who he is. Muche love and respect dearest Yuzuru Hanyu forever ❤💖♥💕💗❤

One of the things that caught my mind is his interview. This young person really knows how to communicate in a accurate and polite way. His expression and language skills are just fabulous, which is not very common even in top athletes.

i really love the way YUZURU speaks English, adorable

his voice is so soothing when he speaks english

Legend.

Maybe the best interview ever done ?? 👏👏 I'm so glad the interviewer said to Yuzu that he's "the most complete skater of all time"!! THANKS for letting Yuzu realize/know the greatness he is. Because i don't think he knows that of himself. He indeed was born to skate, to skate HIS skate.

Yuzuru isn’t only a great skater, he is a great patriot of Japan.

@celsdd6906

2 жыл бұрын

Your words ring so true today. Yuzu loves his motherland. He’s proud to represent Sendai and Japan and is so respectful to the Japanese 🇯🇵unlike a certain Shoma who said on national TV he rooted for the American skater to win OGM despite him and two of his countrymen being Gold medal contenders. I respect men who respect themselves, their country and their people.

@lauraanimalgirl3343

Жыл бұрын

I don't think that you can label something like "being a patriot" as a positive value, because not every country on earth e.g. is acting morally in some eyes of others. I'd be careful with calling that an attribute of his, no matter the country.

Jumps are important, but artistry is what he wants to grow in. 🥺❤️ THAT is figure skating. And that’s why no one has performances as emotional and moving as he does. Thank you, Yuzu, for always brining so much beauty for us to see. Truly, as he said, I feel hope, joy and motivation watching him!

@ChuckAKitty666

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. I can feel the emotions when he skates from his heart. And thats why hes #1

There's something so sweet about Yuzu. He's one of the greatest skaters of all time, if not THE greatest, yet he's strangely untouched by that. He really keeps his ego in check, a very balanced personality.

So many People from different countries all over the world really love and support you. Thanks for this interview he deserves respect because he can encourage he inspires to live and develop

@humayvahid

2 жыл бұрын

Hey there fellow Azerbaijani

I love his accent...

The interviewer was extremely professional and polite and Yuzuru proved that there is nothing big headed about him and that he is a thoroughly decent gentleman.

What I find Hanyu's greatest strength is his absolute passion, and respect for the sport. He loves what he does and I think that's what propels him to improve like no one else. It also reflects wonderfully in his skating because you can see him connect with the music and the audience and that's true artistry. His willingness to improve and discipline is extraordinary and that's what truly makes him a champion.

柚子加油 您是令人尊敬的運動員

I have known about Yuzuru Hanyu just recently. You see, i live in Greece, where figure skating is not popular at all. But when I accidently saw his FS in Saitama 2019 ,omg, i said this kid is not just another figure skater, he has something. That look of his at the end of the program brought chills all over my body. So, so passioned. Ever since,i have watched all his programs since 2010 many times each and i strongly believe that he is really born to skate. He gives his soul on every performance. He is not just a great jumper,but also an artist. So I wish him not just being THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME (which he is in my opinion) but also THE HAPPIEST OF ALL TIME. He deserves everything. God 🙏 bless him.

I wanna see a biography or documentary about Hanyu Yuzuru, I knew nothing about figure skating but as soon as I found him I watch him as he is the inspiration for me, his passion and dedication means a lot to everyone, he is really a role model for me. love him and wish him good health so that he can challenge himself more ❤️❤️❤️

he definitely understands english, he just has problems when trying to express himself and convey his emotions since he always has a more complex and deep way to explain his words.

@MarcAmengual

2 жыл бұрын

@Lil Pooh Japanese maybe, but English? It's the fast food of languages lol

@anayaking8229

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarcAmengual not really bc English has words that sound the same but spelling are different and so are the meanings and etc

@MarcAmengual

2 жыл бұрын

@@anayaking8229 English is the easiest language on earth, try with Russian, Deutsch, Spanish, French, Chinese...

@reniadiwijaya8211

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarcAmengual I think what she meant was: English is difficult for Japanese. Actually not just for Japanese but also Chinese living in China.

@anayaking8229

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarcAmengual actually Norwegian is the easiest to learn

"I don't know, i just skate." Me: I don't know, i just love him.

Trasmite pasión corazón y talento propio desde argentina ❤❤❤❤❤❤

A superstar! Just a beautiful man in every way. Smart, graceful, creative, an visionary. He has it all and in Spite of asthma. How wonderful that we can share all these wonderful moments through TV! Kudos to the interviewer who let him gather his thoughts and express his philosophy in a respectful way. Thankyou ❤❤

"How are you able to do that?" "I just skate" That shows how much talented he is

His accent is the cutest thing in the world

I like him as an artist, not a jumper. That's why I like his performance even in competition. I respect his courage and hard working👍👍👍👍

It really feels different to hear from him that he’s born to skate... even though so many people have said that to him. The way he cherish his sport, the way he invest his whole heart into this field makes me wanna cry sometimes.

Yuzuru is one of the most beautiful, caring skaters there is and ever was. He is so sweet. Whenever someone is down he seems to bring them back up.-- You can really tell what emotions he is portraying in each and every program. It is truly magnificent. Even after the earthquake AND tsunami he stayed strong and continued to do what he loved, which was skating. He is so strong, and I can't wait to see how much he will improve over the years. Absolutely, amazing. Even if he's not in first place all of the time, he will always be a champion.

@cowboyboopdoop

3 жыл бұрын

He is THE best

I know this guy inspires me, and I'm 54 and in America.

@LKaterina425

3 жыл бұрын

I am 23 and in Greece and just in love with this Japanese. Can't explain why but he's got something special!!!

@kittensrus168

3 жыл бұрын

@@LKaterina425 he's the cutest man alive!

"Jumps are important, of course, but figure skating is not only (about) jumps" -YH There it is! Savage Hanyu-san 😆

I cried over this. I'm not ashamed. If anyone deserves my tears, it's this beautiful man.

We are very lucky fans.

What a beautiful interview, fought back the tears. He feels so deeply. A lot of pressure on those shoulders. He is the GOAT, in my opinion. Such a complete, beautiful skater.

His English has gotten so good!!!! Listen to him, using all these structures when speaking, I'm so happy and proud for him❤️❤️ Listening to him somehow makes me feel like I need to study harder, to do more things in life. He's so passionate and he inspires me to be better, not only when he skates but also when he's talking. ❤️

@s_p5321

3 жыл бұрын

Same , he makes me want to study harder and be something and helps others😆😆

@nondescriptbeing5944

2 жыл бұрын

Inspirational!

*"We get courage and hope when we watch Hanyu skating. We feel happiness when we watch Hanyu skating."* I'm glad people have told him that, because it is so so true! And he deserves to know it. Edit: Also have to say, I love listening to commentators gush over Yuzuru's skating :) Lane: "It's like he's on a mission to be not just the best in the world, but the best there has ever been..." Browning: "Too late, he already is!"

It must be difficult to share the same stage as Yuzuru. Audience from all over the world looking at him, excited for him, supporting him. But people have to understand that it is all due to his hard work, kind & humble attitude and amazing sportsmanship.

하뉴는 사랑이다

Such an inspiration to me. Wish all the best to Hanyu san

He’s very details in his performance even in a small hands movement

The interviewer had emotions too. There was such a special moment of the heart for both of them. I want to thank you, Yuzuru for brighten up my life with your skate ! I think Yuzuru with his skate and his loyal true friend (and coach), Winnie the Pooh can save this world. To me he is like a saviour. God bless Yuzuru's life and all his family. God bless his skate and his so much desired Quad Axel, in his triumph to land this jump. Such a great interview. Congratulations!

Fabulous skater and seems to be a very special person too. That his talent brings him joy and also enables him to help others is wonderful. Would love to see him skate in person

"I was born for MY skate" You're watching the G.O.A.T

This fills my heart so much. I don't know why I'm crying.. Only pure love to Hanyu Yuzuru 💖❤️

He’s so precious i’m tearing up

Everytime he smiles my heart melts

You can tell the interviewer is his fan. I wonder if he really knows how much he is loved and admired around the world.

Yuzu smile *precious* ❤️❤️❤️

Im crying so much....such a beautiful english sentence...."I'm never a champion, I'm always a challenger"

I miss the "Winnie the Pu rains" very much too. Figure skating will never be the same without Yuzuru. How happy we have been to go with him. Moshi, moshi, Yuzurusan!

For months now I have been watching his performance on various competitions. Even without any words from him, I instantly became his fan. This is the only video where I got to see he talks for quite a while. Listening to his words, looking at his eyes, you just can't deny it. He's born to make history. Figure skating won't be the same without him. Truly one of a kind, there's no one like him. Thank you for uploading this video.

He is the greatest figure skater who ever graced the ice.

Люблю всё, что касается Юдзуру. Он прекрасен во всем. Глаз не оторвать. Будь счастлив, Ханю! Ты заслужил этого как никто другой. Ты украшаешь и продлеваешь нашу жизнь. Спасибо тебе.

His English is getting better! We love Yuzu 🥰

He's the literal reason why I'm watching a figure skating program; in hopes of seeing him perform because I never know what he performs on. I only watch men's figure skating and that's because of Hanyu, I don't like the pairs skating. Before I found Yuzu I didn't like watching figure skating or I only had little interest in figure skating, but now with Hanyu as an inspiration for me it makes me want to watch figure skating to see him perform and try it for myself( eventhough I know I'd fall on my ass).

i love yuzuru hanyu

As someone who had watched figure skating than stopped I will say this he is definitely someone to look out for in the 2022 Olympics. His performances always send chills up my spine. He is one of my biggest inspirations and I hope one day that I can be just like him. I can't wait to see how he has improved with covid and everything that has been going on I know that it has been hard on everyone. He is the reason I wanted to come back around the sport at all. Do I thrive to be better than him no I feel like he would be almost impossible to surpass. Do I want to be like him yes. his brings beautiful proformances and inspires so many young people. All the things I can say but I can't think of anything negative and I guess what I'm really trying to say is thank you to him.

Figure skating is literally like a light year apart from my life interest, but this man has inspired me like no one ever had from pursuing my dreams🥺❣️. YUZURU HANYU I love you, u are the star that made me love my own sky✨

31 dislikes from people that are heartless and living in misery. May you find peace and love.

I love how he laughs in the interview it shows how open he is and how much he loves skating

He's amazing! He's a big inspiration to the whole world. We love you Yuzuru💙

He is a legend and a precious human being 💖

You are hope. your heart is not just to win..your heart is to make something better...just follow what your heart tells never avoiding it. 👍

When he skates it's so captivating. I can't explain it but he has a certain flair that makes you unable to look away.

Yuzuru Hanyu the king Shining ever ✨

I think, now Japanese skaters are also very appreciated, on high level is because Hanyu was the one who brought the world attention and gave courage, motivation and possibility for them.

@reniadiwijaya8211

2 жыл бұрын

He definitely brought people attention to Japanese skaters more than before and at the same time inspire other skaters from his country to reach the level he's now.

@haluunhuiten6089

2 жыл бұрын

@@reniadiwijaya8211 Yes, totally agree.

Yuzuru you are the best I have ever seen the ballet dancer on ice! The one who understands music and the best performer ever !

A documentary similar to what Pumping Iron did for bodybuilding will open a lot of doors for Yuzuru and put Figure Skating on a bigger stage. His popularity will entrance the fans and create new ones.

next Olympics my boy is gonna land that 4A and be the first in history. mark my words

He is technically perfect, his artistry is above anything I’ve seen in a long time, possibly ever and he is so incredibly humble in everything he has achieved. He is the complete package. Truely the champion of champions!

I can see him to be the iconic FS expert after he retired from competition, to be the one who could change the system of fs judgment. I will always rooting for him no matter what he do or doing. He is a genius... Like real genius, a fs freak who delivering all what he has by heart and devoting himself for this sport.

He exudes love and people love him in return.

Yuzu...when you skate the world stops and we all see the intensity of your emotions...what you do is beautiful...Kisses from Mexico.

His English skill has improved so muchhhhh 🥰 I love his accent, truely. ❤

HE IS SO CUTE

Oh my fucking god I love him so muchhh

A true winner never gives up! Proud of you!

What I love about him is that he always performs for the people. And he never feels like a champion, that is the way I feel that everyone should act more often. No matter what you do there is more room to get better. Yuzuru Hanyu is amazing at even admitting what he needs work on and I find that fascinating. I always get choked up watching him perform and even watching him speak, I just get so full of emotion. He is an AMAZING speaker and I suggest looking at some of his quotes. They are super motivational and inspiring. Good luck Yuzu!!! Hanyu is actually the reason I started to skate. Thanks for being there!! (>o

He's very passionate about skating and I love him for that. He's very special

This guy was born for this and he’s making history. ✨🤩

I want to see him perform in real life 🥺☹️ and receive the direct charisma and artistry he exudes from the rink, boy that would be an experience of a lifetime! I would definitely cry 😭. I hope he builds a training club, train kids and pass on the legacy of artistic skating that even if he’s gone, it lives on.

@nathalie669

2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh me to I want to got to next years world championships in Japan but I’m scared he won’t attend😭😭😭

you can see how passionate he is about skating. he loves what he does.

Even him taking off his jacket became iconic.

I need a Netflix Documentary for the G.O.A.T now!!!

"Winnie the Pooh rain" My heart🥺💖

Que rostro tan Angelical de Yuzuru 🌷