I have been compared to Mao since we were both junior skaters. We've felt the rivalry since then, so we wanted to avoid each other. However, she has been my motivation.

The popularity of figure skating has increased tremendously, and Koreans have a huge interest in figure skaters - not only me, other international skaters as well.

If, by any chance, I get to perform, then it would be a great honor for me. Especially because performing in the Olympics in your country doesn't happen to many skaters.

Watching previous figure skaters, I always wondered why they cried after their performance.

Korean audiences are amazing. The fans scream so loud, and that really surprises skaters when they first perform in my shows.

Building a better life for every child is a lot harder than becoming a world champion. Both goals take dedication and commitment.