I would like to say
America andRussia need to realize figure skating is not all about them
I don't think America is like that. We have had our share of stinkers over the years and some really lean years without a deep field at all. I think most of us who follow the sport understand that the ladies field for example is pretty much dominated by the Japanese and that may end up being the future of the men's field as well. As for ice dance we have every right to be proud of our field because we went a looooong time with the Russians dominating. We may root for our own champions but that doesn't mean we don't appreciate the performances and accomplishments of the athletes from other countries. I am really looking forward to watching Yu Na, and Miki, and Mao in the ladies and wish them all the best of luck. I admit though I would love to see our ice dance couples do well. I was very sorry that Stephan and Dai didn't live up to their potentials ( I would have loved Dai to get the gold)...I was even a little sad for Brian Joubert because I feel like I have watched him grow up on the ice.