When Yuri on Ice debuted, it gained traction from fans who fell in love with the two leads, figure skating and the narrative. Now, nearly a decade later, a new anime, Medalist, has hit the screens and is here to fill the figure skating void Yuri on Ice left behind. The anime offers a fresh perspective on figure skating and introduces lovable and memorable characters right from the start.

Medalist is a story about breaking through barriers and focuses on the beginning of a figure skater’s career rather than centralizing on seasoned pros. With a stellar first episode, it’s clear that it’s positioned to become a widely loved story with beautiful choreography. While nothing could ever take Yuri on Ice’s place, Medalist already proved to be a unique and eye-catching experience.

Medalist Continues Yuri on Ice’s Figure Skating Legacy Based on the Manga by Tsurumaikada...