I am sorry Australia. That’s all I can say. Because today Latin Steps did not do you justice. Or more specifically, Jason and I did not.
What can I say? 20 seconds into the choreography my partner completely, totally and utterly forgot the choreography. He blanked.
I tried my hardest to keep dancing, and get back into the routine, but it was a long long time before he managed to pick me back up on a triple spin (which I was at that point leading myself, with one arm in the air – waiting for him to grab me) and then we were back. Far too late. Far, Far too late.
For the thousands of people watching our routine (both live, and on live streaming on the internet) it was an embarrassment of epic proportions. I have never, ever, had a routine go that badly in my entire life. And it had to happen on the stage in Puerto Rico, at the World Championships, while representing Australia. I pretty much nearly vomited when we came off stage (only remedied by the 5+ tequila shots Carlos gave me).
What can I say? My partner in this routine was not super experienced at competing or performing, and he was not focused enough coming into this performance. The pressure got to him at the last moment, and he freaked. It can happen to anyone – but man I wish it hadn’t happened to us on this particular day.
The worst thing? I’m not sure. Letting down the team. Letting down Carlos and Elli – who work so hard for our team. Letting down Australia by putting up such a poor show while representing our country. And also just my own personal embarrassment at being part of ‘the couple who forgot the routine’. At least I kept smiling throughout all of it. How’s that for showmanship?!
In 2009, one of the highlights of the entire year for me was the kickass performance we did on the stage of Puerto Rico. Needless to say, I’ll need to find a different highlight for 2010.
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