Evan Lysacek 'nervous about Dancing'

Olympic figure skater Evan Lysacek has reportedly admitted that he is "a little nervous" about his upcoming stint on Dancing With The Stars.

Speaking to People, the athlete pointed out that he would be following in the footsteps of Kristi Yamaguchi and Apolo Ohno.

"I'm a little nervous as it gets closer, because Apolo and Kristi were so good, I think people are going to expect me to be good right off the bat," he explained.

"Kristi actually really is a good dancer! I know I'm not a good dancer, but I'll definitely work hard."

He added: "I've been criticised my whole career for being robotic, cold, stiff on the ice. People have said - direct quote - that I have 'no dance ability on the ice whatsoever', so [this] is my opportunity to prove them wrong.

"I just achieved my lifelong dream, now I'm already ready for the next challenge."

Dancing With The Stars premieres March 22 on ABC, and from March 26 on Watch in the UK.

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