Yeah you are probably right on that point. Not surprised. And I've heard some people say that the discrepancy between Rochette and Mao Asada was far too close--that Asada (Silver medalist from Japan) was deserving of much higher points for her triple axels and overall performance.
I was telling Dave that Rachel Flatt wasn't the top American in the competition, Mirai Nagasu was. And no pun intended, but Flatt's performances have been "flat" overall (not just at the Olympics) and this just wasn't her moment to shine. Maybe next Olympics! I'm sure there are blossoming American legends somewhere out there.
Even the tv commentators said on the late show Flatt was underscored — she’s definitely the best US skater.