Winter Olympics - 'I need quadruple axel' - Hanyu desperate to land record-breaking jump

Yuzuru Hanyu says he «absolutely needs» the qaudruple axel to take his Olympic legacy to next level. All eyes were on Hanyu during his first practice session at the Winter Olympics where he looks to become the first man in 94 years to win three consecutive titles.

Ad/> But the focus is on whether the man known as the «Ice Prince» can become the first skater ever to land a quadruple axel in a competition, also known as a 4A. /> Beijing 2022‘Perfect!’ – 15-year-old Valieva makes history for second day in a row at Olympics27 MINUTES AGO And Hanyu admitted to some nervousness, attempting the 4A several times.

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»There was some nervousness. But in the end I think I was able to concentrate and practice." Hanyu will compete in the men's singles event on Tuesday.