Former Olympic champion Shimizu reflects on memorable career

Former Olympic champion Shimizu reflects on memorable career

OBIHIRO, Japan - Nagano Olympic 500-meter gold medalist Hiroyasu Shimizu tries to hold back tears during a press conference in Obihiro, Hokkaido, on March 5, 2010, after drawing the curtain on a record-breaking career. During the press conference, Shimizu said he truly enjoyed his life in competitive speed skating.

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