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" For the American culture to evolve and include Asians is so amazing. "
Mirai Nagasu
Evolve
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" Skating becomes more important to me every year. It's obviously harder as age takes a toll on the body and the brain, and I think because of that, competing becomes much more difficult. That's why those who stick around are always so appreciative of others' skating because we know how much work goes into it. "
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