Ever felt like the world was telling you to give up on your biggest dream? Get ready to be absolutely swept away by Medalist, the manga that proves it's never too late to chase glory, no matter how many obstacles stand in your way.

Meet Inori, an 11-year-old girl with an unwavering passion for figure skating. But the ice-cold reality is harsh: she's deemed "too old," struggles with academics, and worst of all, her mother is firmly against her pursuing skating after her older sister's dreams tragically crashed. For Inori, the rink isn't just a place; it's her sanctuary, the only space where she truly shines.

It's on this very ice that fate intervenes, bringing her face-to-face with Tsukasa. He's a coach on the brink of abandoning his own competitive skating hopes, disillusioned by the sport. But in Inori, he sees a spark—an unyielding spirit that reignites his own fire. Together, this unlikely duo forms an unstoppable force, driven by relentless hard work, the transcendent joy of performance, and an unshakeable belief that they can defy every expectation and prove everyone wrong.

Medalist isn't just a sports manga; it's a heartfelt journey of grit, mentorship, and finding your true self. It's a series that resonated deeply with readers and critics alike, earning the prestigious 8th Next Manga Award in the Print Manga Category in 2022 and the revered 68th Shogakukan Manga Award in the General Category in 2022. Whether you've heard whispers of メダリスト (Medalist) from Japan, followed the series as 메달리스트 in Korea, or discovered 奖牌得主, this is the story that will grip your heart and make you believe in the power of a dream.

Alternative Titles: メダリスト, 메달리스트, 奖牌得主, The Medalist

Genres: Drama, Psychological, Sports

figure skating, underdog story, sports drama, mentor-mentee, inspirational, coming-of-age, perseverance, competitive sports, emotional, character development