Home > News > The Prime Minister in Action > February 2018 > Press Occasion on the Winning of Gold Medals by Figure Skater Yuzuru Hanyu and Speed Skater Nao Kodaira at the PyeongChang Olympic Games
The Prime Minister in Action
Press Occasion on the Winning of Gold Medals by Figure Skater Yuzuru Hanyu and Speed Skater Nao Kodaira at the PyeongChang Olympic Games
February 19, 2018
Photograph of the Prime Minister holding the press occasion
[Provisional Translation]
On February 19, 2018, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held a press occasion at the Prime Minister’s Office.
In regard to the winning of gold medals by figure skater Mr. Yuzuru Hanyu and speed skater Ms. Nao Kodaira at the 23rd Olympic Winter Games, the Prime Minister said,
“Congratulations to Mr. Hanyu and Ms. Kodaira. What an exciting and moving weekend we had. The Japanese athletes have been truly impressive, and I believe this will become an unforgettable Olympic Games for us. We can expect even more medals in the second half of the Games. I will ensure that this momentum will carry on to the Tokyo Olympic Games.”
