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2 unusual facts about Midori Ito


Axel jump

The first woman to land the jump in competition was Midori Ito, who first performed it at the 1988 NHK Trophy.

Compulsory figures

Opponents of figures said they held back talented skaters such as Janet Lynn and Midori Ito, while supporters said they instilled discipline and produced higher quality of basic skating technique.



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