I'm unsure of how Gabriella is recovering, but setting aside P/C there still five dance teams that can contend for a medal. I'd say a Russian team won't take the title this year, just because the competition for #1 seems like it'll be very close this season and that will hinder them both in grabbing the title. But either or both B/S and I/Z can be on the world podium this season. C/L have good programs that suit them very well, but their SS is a lot weaker. I was more or less neutral on W/P's SD, but I didn't like their FD at all. I liked C/B's programs well enough. I think ruslena's programs are actually a nice contrast to the other top teams. I think they have the best non-traditional waltz, and it stacks up very well against the other medal contenders, and I think Frida has a lot of potential to wow the audience by the end of the season.



