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The skill and artistry of Michelle Kwan.

Title: The skill and artistry of Michelle Kwan.

Caption: A double image of American skater Michelle Kwan competing with skill and artistry at the 1997 Lausanne World Championships (left) and the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games.

Keywords: Sport Photograph Figure ice Skating Action Image Michelle Kwan USA American Artistic Expressive Skill Technique Layback Spin Spiral Arabesque

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