Patty Gatsby, originally named Sanae Nakazawa in the Japanese version, serves as the central female character. Hailing from Nankatsu, Japan, she first meets Tsubasa Ozora (Oliver Hutton) in elementary school. Her initial negative impression, formed when he accidentally hits her friend with a soccer ball, transforms into admiration for his passion and skills, sparking a childhood crush that deepens into lasting romantic feelings. She forms and leads the Nankatsu Elementary cheerleading squad to support him, uniquely utilizing a large flag instead of pom-poms and adopting boyish clothes. This tomboyish, bossy demeanor earns her the nickname "Anego" (Big Sis). During middle school, she becomes assistant manager for the Nankatsu team alongside friend Yukari. Her romantic rival emerges in younger student Kumi Sugimoto, who openly pursues Tsubasa, though Sanae maintains a protective "Cool Big Sis" dynamic with her. She struggles to confess her feelings before Tsubasa departs for Brazil after graduation; he later reciprocates after rejecting Kumi. A significant confrontation occurs with boxer Koshi Kanda, who attempts to force her into a relationship. Tsubasa intervenes, defeats Kanda, and this act solidifies their romantic commitment before his departure. The *Road to 2002* anime adaptation alters major elements of her character arc. Omitting the "Battle of World Youth" arc prevents their engagement and marriage. Instead, they maintain a long-distance relationship while Tsubasa plays professionally in Brazil and later Spain. She remains in Japan, working at her family's ice cream parlor located on the first floor of their residence. Tsubasa's parents treat her as their daughter-in-law, indicating the relationship's seriousness. This adaptation reduces her narrative prominence compared to the manga, skipping key milestones like her journey to Brazil to reunite with Tsubasa and their subsequent marriage. Her personality evolves from a jealous, mood-swing-prone tomboy in childhood to a more feminine and supportive figure. Early on, she exhibits "Clingy Jealous Girl" tendencies, particularly toward Yayoi (an initial rival) and other girls. Maturing, she largely outgrows this, becoming resilient and dedicated. This is shown when she saves money for three years to visit Tsubasa in Brazil during the original "World Youth" storyline – a plot point absent in *Road to 2002*. Her managerial roles progress: cheerleader in elementary school, team assistant in middle school, and leader of the Japan Youth supporters' club during international tournaments. Her design varies across adaptations: brown hair and eyes in the 1983 anime, dark brown hair in the 2001 series (*Road to 2002*), and burgundy hair in the 2018 version. Her hairstyle changes from shoulder-length fluffy hair to a straighter bob in later arcs. The series frequently notes her beauty. Beyond *Road to 2002*, her story continues. She marries Tsubasa after the "World Youth" tournament in the manga, takes his surname (Ozora), and moves with him to Barcelona. During his struggles with the Barcelona B team, she provides unwavering support and later reveals her pregnancy. Her due date coincides with the Madrid Olympics finals, symbolizing a connection between Tsubasa's career and their family life. She gives birth to twins, confirmed in both the "Olympics Special" and "Rising Sun" arcs.