[Smoking and drinking discovered]”Withdrawal from the Olympics” just before the Paris Olympics — what happened to the 19-year-old female gymnast? “Despite the numerous pressures…”

Shoko Miyata (19), a member of the Japanese women’s gymnastics team, has decided to withdraw from competing in the Paris Olympics. This is an unusual announcement, with the opening just a week away. At an emergency press conference held by the Japan Gymnastics Association, the problematic behavior, background, and the girl’s haggard state were revealed. Read the article in this video > https://news.ntv.co.jp/category/sports/428310b366a649468b905ee7cc61c3f5 ■She spoke of her enthusiasm just before leaving for Japan, but… Shoko Miyata (19), who had been selected to compete in the Paris Olympics as the ace of the Japanese women’s gymnastics team, spoke of her enthusiasm just before leaving Japan on the 12th. “I think that my role is to lead the team the most, so I will do my best so that we can all return with smiles on our faces.” However, at an emergency press conference held by the Japan Gymnastics Association on the 19th, it was revealed that “I would like to announce that I have decided to withdraw from the Olympics.” Miyata withdraws from the Olympics. This was an unusual announcement, made just one week before the opening. ■Japan Gymnastics Association explains the circumstances at an emergency press conference What on earth happened? The association explained at the press conference that “We confirmed that he was smoking between the end of June and July.” According to the association, on July 15th, information about Miyata was provided to the training headquarters. The next day, his coach confirmed with Miyata himself, and on the 17th, he was instructed to return to Japan temporarily. Then, on the 18th, with Miyata’s parents present, they interviewed him again, and he admitted to smoking. Miyata is currently 19 years old. By law, 18 years old is considered an adult, but smoking is prohibited for people under 20 years old. ■Expectations for her to be the new ace of the Japanese national team Furthermore, the information provided was not only about smoking, but also about drinking. As a result of the discussion, she decided to withdraw from the competition. Miyata won her first individual all-around title at this year’s All Japan Championships, which also served as the selection for the Paris Olympics, and was selected for both the individual and team competitions. She was expected to be the new ace of the Japanese women’s gymnastics team. In June, she spoke of her determination as captain of the team, which is aiming for its first podium in 60 years. “I knew I was going to be captain, so I think it’s important to act well and be trusted with my performance.” The dream stage was just around the corner. ■Japan’s national team, four registered members to compete When asked at an emergency press conference on the 19th about the reasons for smoking and drinking, the association explained, “Despite the numerous pressures on her to achieve her goal, she ended up engaging in such behavior.” Regarding Miyata’s condition, it was said, “She looked quite haggard,” and “I think she is deeply regretting her reckless behavior.”With Miyata’s withdrawal, the Japanese women’s gymnastics team will be without their ace. They are bringing along substitute athletes, but because the registration deadline has passed and substitutions are not permitted except for those due to illness or injury, they will compete with the four currently registered athletes. (From “news zero” broadcast on July 19, 2024) ◇ Membership “NTV NEWS Club” has begun. For 290 yen per month, you will receive basic benefits such as badge benefits that change color and improve your status depending on your membership history, and stamps that can be used in live streaming chats!! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuTAXTexrhetbOe3zgskJBQ/join ◇ Social media for Nippon Television News Department X https://twitter.com/news24ntv TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ntv.news Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ntvnews24 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ntv_news24/?hl=ja ◇[Latest news now available]NTV NEWS https://news.ntv.co.jp/ #ParisOlympics #ParisOlympics #Women’sGymnastics #NTV #newszero #News