"She did more than simply inspire the next two generations of American skaters; she arguably transformed them. Before Chin, no Chinese American or Asian American had ever won a senior national title or skated in the Olympics. She accomplished both before her 17th birthday, paving the way for those who followed, among them Kristi Yamaguchi, Nathan Chen, Michelle Kwan, Karen Chen and Alysa Liu."
"Over a seven-year stretch that ended before she was even an adult, Chin was one of the most decorated figure skaters in the world, winning a world junior title, a U.S. championship and two Skate America crowns while finishing fourth in her only trip to the Olympics. Nearly four decades later it's not so much the victories or the medals she cherishes, but rather the impact it made on others."
Tiffany Chin retired from competition at 20 after a seven-year career that produced a world junior title, a U.S. championship and two Skate America wins. She finished fourth at her only Olympic appearance. Chin became the first Chinese American to win a senior U.S. national title and to compete at the Olympics, paving the way for champions such as Kristi Yamaguchi, Nathan Chen, Michelle Kwan, Karen Chen and Alysa Liu. She practiced demanding elements like the triple axel before anyone had landed it in competition. At 58, Chin coaches in El Segundo, mentoring skaters from age three to two-time Olympians.
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