
- Adam Rippon acknowledged in an interview that he’s not the best figure skater, but said he’s “the most fun.”
- Rippon then momentarily took first in the men’s individual short program hours later.
- Rippon was immediately passed for first in the event, but his technically sound, energetic program impressed judges.
Adam Rippon has become a star the Winter Olympics just as much for his bubbly personality as his figure skating.
The 28-year-old U.S. skater has won over audiences with his charisma and sense of humor, which even he knows is his strong suit.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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