Japanese figure skater Mone Chiba claimed victory at the Cup of China on Saturday, delivering an elegant free skate to edge out Russia's Alexandra Ignatova, known for her quadruple jumps and status as a mother competing at the elite level.
The win marks Chiba's first Grand Prix title of the season. Ignatova, who has landed quad jumps in competition, finished second.
Chiba's performance at the Cup of China follows her appearance at the World Championships in Prague in March, where she competed in the women's free skate.
