+ Elena & Ruslan +

Quotes from 2001 European Championships
Bratislava, Slovakia

+ After Compulsory Dances:
"We felt somewhat better in the Samba, but the Waltz was fine as well. We are more classical in the Waltz and we have more temperament in the Samba. The competition isn't over yet and we'll push it as much as we can."

+ After Original Dance:
"We wanted to show everything, our technique today. I think this is exactly what we've done today. Our coaches were happy with it as well. Of course, after the competition they will talk with us about our mistakes!"

+ After Free Dance:
"I felt we could have skated better, especially in the faster parts. There were some little mistakes, which probably weren't obvious to the spectators, but to us. I think this is a very 'male' program, and Ruslan really can express himself in it."

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