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I only saw the free skate, not the short program. And I just watched.
Yeah, Johnny Weir...there's nothing wrong with being gay, and there's nothing wrong with being flamboyant or outspoken (up to a certain point), but apart from all that, he just seems to be kind of a jerk.
So while I can appreciate his talent and ability on the ice, I'm not crazy about the idea of him serving as a representative of America, which he is, like it or not. I won't cheer for him, but neither will I applaud his failures.
And I agree with you about atheletes pushing themselves too far; generally speaking I say it's better not to risk your health and possibly your life for a few minutes of fading glory. For example, I'm deeply disappointed that Michelle Kwan dropped out, but at the same time I think it takes a lot of strength of character to say, "I'm not going to put myself at risk for serious and possibly permanent injury." That's also saying, "I'm going to let my teammates, who are more physically able than me at this point, have a shot at it," so from that point of view it's really an unselfish gesture, and I really admire her for that. I think that really embodies the Olympic spirit.
(Ironically, there's an American company that gives out an "Olympic Spirit Award" for American atheletes that they feel embody and demonstrate the Olympic spirit, but Michelle is not eligible for that because you have to actually compete in the games.)
So I don't necessarily commend Evan Lysacek for skating while ill, but I'm impressed that he was able to pull it off and make such an amazing comeback, and I'm grateful that he didn't damage himself. He seems like a classy guy, and I feel proud to have him representing us.
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(VISITOR) AUTHOR'S NAME
MaryArlene
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