In March, Shoma Uno, the two-time world champion and Olympic medalist from Japan, announced his retirement from figure skating at the age of 26. Despite his success in the sport, Uno has shared that continuing to compete has become increasingly challenging. One of his notable achievements was winning the silver medal in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang and he also claimed the bronze medal in the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing.
On social media, Uno cited a lack of motivation as one of the reasons for his retirement. His departure from competitive figure skating marks the end of an illustrious career that has spanned many years. A formal retirement ceremony for Shoma Uno is scheduled to take place on May 14 in Tokyo.
Uno’s legacy as a talented and accomplished skater will certainly be remembered in the world of figure skating. He has inspired countless young skaters around the globe with his skill and determination. As he steps away from competition, he can look back on a successful career filled with numerous accolades and achievements.