Rochette’s ace is her long program

Posted Feb 25, 2010 08:12:26 AM.

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VANCOUVER, B.C. – Joannie Rochette, looking relaxed and businesslike, stepped out for on practice at the Pacific Coliseum on Wednesday in front of thousands of spectators.

The 24-year-old skater from Ile-Dupas, Que., delivered a gritty performance on Tuesday night, finishing third in the short program, earning the highest marks of her career and putting herself in contention for a medal – only 48 hours after her mother Therese had died.

Rochette’s emotional ordeal has captured hearts everywhere.Go to CTVolympics.ca for the full story.

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