That's what makes the Ryder Cup in golf so much better than the Masters or the U.S. Open. To be a part of something that is not about personal achievement, but about representing everyone and sharing it with the whole country, it's wonderful.

Fame is a very confusing thing, because you are recognized by a lot of people that you've never seen before, and they're at a great advantage.

When you turn professional, you become an entertainer, and like every other entertainer, you don't want to get a bad review.

I was nine-years-old when I first put on skates.

I had a ninth grade teacher who told me I was much smarter and much better than I was allowing myself to be.

When you're expected to win and you have the press saying that you are going to win the Olympic gold medal, and you're the only sure thing in the Olympics, it can undermine your confidence.

And the fact that I liked to show off and be the center of attention really lends itself to figure skating very well.