Although there is sadness with any split, I think this one is for the best of both. It could have been the programs but I just did not see the spark between the two. Daniel has wonderful posture and skating skills and presents the lady very well. I am not coming up with any partners but surely there is a 5' 4" or shorter lady partner that would be a good match for him. Someone with strong skating and dance skills who could create some magic. It will be difficult for Alex at 5'5" to find a 6'+ partner. And frankly I'm not sure her basic skills are as strong as Daniel's. But I wish them both well.