Jeremy Abbott Talks About Winning, Losing, and Having It All

Sat., Dec. 5, 2009

Men's gold medalist Jeremy Abbott, center, from the United States, is flanked by silver medalist Daisuke Takahashi, left, from Japan, and bronze medalist Alban Preaubert, from France, during the medal ceremonies at the Skate Canada figure skating competition on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 in Kitchener, Ontario. (Associated Press) (Paul Chiasson / Cp)

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As reigning 2009 U.S. National Champion and the first U.S. man to win the Grand Prix Final in Japan in 2008, 24 year-old Jeremy Abbott (center, above), from Aspen, Colorado was slated as a favorite for the 2009 World Championships in L.A.

However, it turned into a disappointing déjà vu from 2008 as he ended up in 11 ^th place once again, disappointing himself more than anyone else. Jeremy talks about this experience and more.

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