Miura and Kihara Win Gold at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara claimed the gold medal in the pairs event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
After placing fifth in the short program, the Japanese duo delivered a world-record 158.13 points in the free skate to complete a dramatic comeback, marking a historic achievement for Japanese figure skating.
Competition Results
| Rank | Skaters | Total Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riku Miura / Ryuichi Kihara (Japan) | 231.24 (Official result) |
| 2 | Anastasiia Metelkina / Luka Berulava (Georgia) | 221.75 (Official result) |
| 3 | Minerva Fabienne Hase / Nikita Volodin (Germany) | 219.09 (Official result) |
Key to Victory
The decisive factor was the quality of their free skate.
Their throw jumps, twist lifts, and spins were executed with remarkable stability, earning high program component scores in addition to technical excellence.
Historic Significance
This gold medal represents the best Olympic result ever achieved by a Japanese pair team.
Having stood among the world’s elite for several seasons, Miura and Kihara finally reached the very top.
Their triumph signals the beginning of a new era for Japanese figure skating.
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*Please verify final rankings and scores with the official competition results.
