Medalist Chapter 32, titled (狼, Ōkami ), is a pivotal chapter in Tsurumaikada’s award-winning figure skating manga. Part of Volume 9 , this chapter focuses on the awe-inspiring and terrifying performance of Hikaru Kamisaki, the series' primary rival, and the psychological impact it has on the protagonist, Inori Yuitsuka, and her coach, Tsukasa Akeuraji. Chapter 32 Plot Summary: Hikaru's Masterclass
Witnessing Hikaru’s dominance, even Tsukasa—usually a beacon of positivity—is overcome with despair. He considers telling Inori to lower their sights and aim only for a podium finish rather than the gold, believing Hikaru is currently unbeatable.
In a moment of intense character growth, Inori rejects the idea of playing it safe. She pleads for Tsukasa to "trust her one more time," expressing a fierce desire to win despite the odds. This leads Tsukasa to make the high-stakes decision to alter their routine mid-competition to close the gap. Manga Context and 2021 Significance
The series continues to be serialized in Monthly Afternoon .
Hikaru’s performance earns a staggering 129.98 , an "instant defeat" score for other competitors like Suzu and Ema, who are reduced to tears by the massive gap in skill.
Hikaru executes a flawless Triple Axel + Euler + Triple Salchow combination. Her technical prowess is so advanced that it overlaps with the legendary Jun Yodaka, suggesting she has fully "consumed" his teaching and style.
The first season of the Medalist Anime aired in early 2025, with a second season and an upcoming film further expanding the franchise.
The search term "welovemanga 2021" refers to the period when Medalist began gaining significant international traction.