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Olympics: Joannie Rochette Short Porgram

After her mother's death on Sunday, no one would have blamed Joannie Rochette for dropping out of Olympic competition. But the Canadian figure skater decided to take the ice for Tuesday night's short program, delivering a flawless, emotional performance—and landing herself in medal contention. NBC

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After her mother's death on Sunday, no one would have blamed Joannie Rochette for dropping out of Olympic competition. But the Canadian figure skater decided to take the ice for Tuesday night's short program, delivering a flawless, emotional performance—and landing herself in medal contention. NBC