I watched her last night and thought she is learning to be more expressive. If she did a floor routine, she would now have artistry and power. Or used that extension on the beam, it would look so good and graceful. She has learnt made every movement look fluid, like a Russian gymnast. She can spin, always have really good split leaps and body control...She has something very natural and fearless now. Maybe the new partner is bringing something new out of her. She is done what she has done for years. Treated this like a new year, time to practice, improve technically and go up another level. I think she has done that. She also really does have a huge fan base, among the young gymnasts who adore her and will vote for her.