17/03/24
Maitri
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After naming Thai actor, model and singer Gulf, whose real name is Kanawut Traipipattanapong, a brand ambassador, Gucci on Thursday will reveal that figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu has also been tapped for the role.
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Hanyu, who started his skating career at the age of four, won two gold medals at two consecutive Olympic Games, Sochi in 2014 and Pyeongchang in 2018, for men’s single figure skating.
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Also in 2018 he was the youngest recipient of the People’s Honor Award bestowed by Japan‘s prime minister recognizing widely respected individuals whose accomplishments have inspired society.
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Even more impressive is the fact that Hanyu has broken world records in skating not once or twice but 19 times.
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He set the standard by being the first to receive over 100 points in the men’s short program, over 200 points in the men’s free skate, and over 300 total points.
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Additionally, he won his first Olympic title when he was 19 years old, the youngest male skater since Dick Button in 1948.
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He follows in the footsteps of actress Davika Hoorne, who was named brand ambassador for the Italian luxury house, as well as its Gucci Beauty division.
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In his new role, he is expected to continue attending both global and local Gucci events.
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