Medalist

An ongoing Kodansha USA release that began in 2024, Medalist follows the intense world of competitive figure skating through the eyes of a determined young skater and her driven coach. Writer and artist Tsurumaikada, working with translator Kevin Gifford, captures the grueling physical and emotional demands of the sport across its first 12 issues. The series stands out for its deeply human character work and meticulous depiction of skating technique, offering a grounded yet passionate look at the pursuit of Olympic dreams.