Medalist Chapter 32 on WeloveManga centers on Inori Yotsuba and coach Tsukasa Hojo intensifying their training for the Novice A National Championship, overcoming significant mental and physical obstacles. The raw scans showcase TSURUMAIKADOU's dynamic art, emphasizing Inori’s technical jump improvements and the growing psychological pressure from rivals like Hikaru Kamisaka. You can read the chapter on WeloveManga. Share public link
Before we dive into the specifics of Chapter 32, let’s address the phenomenon itself. Medalist , which follows the journey of the determined young skater Inori Yuitsuka and her unorthodox coach Tsukasa Akeuraji, has skyrocketed in popularity. The anime adaptation announcement only intensified the hunger for the source material.
The performance is set to the piece from La Cage Aux Oiseaux . It is revealed that this music became a "forbidden" track in the figure skating world after Jun Yodaka used it to dominate the World Juniors. For years, other skaters avoided it, fearing they could never match Jun's legacy.
A flashback with Leonid explains the history of the song Hikaru is skating to—a piece from La Cage Aux Oiseaux
A brief cameo from Hikaru Kamisagi (Inori’s friendly rival) watching from the stands—her expression unreadable. Raw readers are dissecting the single line she speaks: something about “fear becoming fuel.” It hints at a future emotional clash.
Highly recommended — you’ll experience the pristine art and story beats early. For non-Japanese speakers: Wait for scanlations or official releases, unless you’re just admiring the visuals.
Seeing his own unfulfilled dreams reflected in Inori, Tsukasa's passion is reignited. He takes it upon himself to coach her, promising to help her become a gold medalist at the Olympics. Together, they form an unstoppable duo driven by hard work, joy, and an unshakeable belief that they can prove everyone wrong.
is a fifth-grade girl whose dream of becoming a figure skater seems impossible. At 11, she is considered "too old" to start in a sport where champions are often trained from early childhood, and her family is hesitant after her older sister's failed skating ambitions. Tsukasa Akeuraji , a former competitive ice dancer whose own dreams were crushed, is a frustrated coach on the verge of giving up on the sport entirely.
Search safely, support the author (Tsurumaikada) when you can, and keep your eyes on the ice.
Tsukasa’s reaction is cut into sharp panels. A widening of the eyes. A gasp caught in the throat. He sees it—the imperfection, yes, but also the brilliance. He sees the "sparkle" that separates a skater from a medalist.
Would I return for chapter 33? Yes — but with an ad blocker.