I just love a good success story.

 Based upon this claim, it isn't hard to imagine why I love the Olympics. I mean, what's not to love? Competition juxtaposed with camaraderie, the culmination of a lifetime of hard work, Shaun White. All fantastic aspects that, when combined, make the highlight of my winter 2010.

 In light of all of this celebration and general feel-good vibes, however, it is absolutely devastating to see athletes who refuse to embrace the spirit of the Olympic Games.

 Case in point: Evgeni Plushenko.

'Sup, sore loser.

For anyone who has not been avidly following the competition, last week figure skater Evan Lysacek repped up the U.S. of A. and scored a gold medal for the motherland. Holla.

One of the most amazing parts of this feat was that he beat out Plushenko by 1.3 points. Crazy.

As soon as the score was announced, however, Plushenko, the 2006 Olympic gold medalist in the event, launched into princess mode. And I do mean princess mode.

 In an interview following Lysacek's victory, Plushenko was quoted as saying, "I was positive that I had won. But I suppose Evan needs a medal more than I do."

Ouch.

Anyone who saw the interview can sense the tension between Plushenko and the interviewer, who clearly was not expecting the Russian skater to be so sour.

 Overall, Plushenko went on to blame the judging system and the fact that Lysacek didn't land a quadruple jump, whereas Plushenko was the only competitor to do so.

Okay, Plushenko, let's have a little chat. First, Lysacek has successfully landed the quad in competition before. He was injured and didn't want to risk Olympic gold for a fancy trick. Some might call that a smart choice since, you know, he won.

 Second, don't be hating on the system. I mean, it's cool if you want to, but don't forget that it is the same system that gave your arrogant butt the gold four years ago in Torino.

 I wouldn't be so fired up about this situation, except for the fact that Plushenko now has Vladimir Putin backing him. Oh, and he keeps talking about how he earned a "platinum" medal. Since platinum carries more value than silver.

 Plushenko, get off your high horse. You lost, get over. No one wants to give sympathy to someone who is such a drama queen about losing in the Olympics. Dude, it's the Olympics! The fact that you qualified is pretty baller, let alone the fact that you came in second!

 The bright side of this situation is that Lysacek has been nothing but classy about the whole ordeal, "I guess I'm a little disappointed someone who I saw as my role model would take a hit at me in one of the most special moments of my life. It's tough to lose. It's not easy, especially when you think, no matter what, you're going to win ... We'll just try not to take it out of context and give him the benefit of the doubt. And congratulations to him on his third Olympic medal."

Whadda champ.

Plushenko, get your act together. Grow up and act like someone worthy of standing on an Olympic podium.

We'll see you in 2014.