Nobunari Oda

Japanese figure skater, 2007 World Champion

Nobunari Oda - Japanese figure skater, 2007 World Champion
Born

March 25th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Born in 1987, a talented figure skater achieved significant success in international competitions. At the 2007 World Figure Skating Championships, secured the gold medal, marking a major highlight in the competitive career. Participation in prestigious events includes the Winter Olympics, competing in both the 2006 and 2010 games. Accumulated multiple national titles, demonstrating consistent performance on ice. Broke into the international figure skating scene with dynamic performances and technical skill, leaving a lasting impression on judges and audiences alike.

2007 World Figure Skating Champion

Competitor at 2006 and 2010 Winter Olympics

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