The Canadians are phenomenal sliders. They have a lot of experience. They took to this track very well. They deserve a lot of credit.
We`ve undergone a lot. But I think there was more adversity going on outside our group than there was inside. We just kept on moving forward with our jobs.
I gave it my best. My journey alone and what I`ve gone through, I`m pleased with the way things developed. I hope people see that and are inspired to follow their own dreams.
I think we`re ready. I am in a pretty special place, and this is a special moment. There`s a great opportunity here to let our spirit shine, and that`s what it`s all about.
To be told at the last minute that he had to leave was tough for him and it was tough for us to see his emotions. He`s a tough guy but he could not help breaking down.
Right now, yes, it is a little hard to swallow. But I`ll find the positive in all this to propel me forward and gain strength from it and come out stronger the next time.
Somebody`s dream was taken away. I try to put myself in those shoes, and I can`t. I really try, and I can`t. He`s still a part of us and he`s with us. In our minds, he`s an Olympian. He`s our teammate.