Asta Žukaitė-Nalivaikienė, who once partnered with Saulius Ambrulevičius in ice dancing, recently expressed her emotions on social media following his historic performance at the Olympics. In a heartfelt Facebook post, she reflected on the years of hard work, dedication, and important decisions that led up to their achievement of 6th place at the Olympics. This achievement, she notes, is the result of 13 years of commitment and a tumultuous journey they undertook together.

In her post, Asta detailed how she felt honored to be a small part of Saulius's journey, highlighting how their partnership began on a television project and evolved into an Olympic experience. She mentioned a phone call with Saulius prior to the competition in Milan, where he affectionately reminded her that she would always be his first partner. This sentiment underscores the deep connection they share, which has been significant on both personal and professional levels.

Asta's reflection also reveals the broader implications of their journey and the sacrifices made along the way, as she followed Saulius’s career development, even as he pursued new opportunities across the Atlantic in a different figure skating discipline. Her tributes not only celebrate Saulius’s triumphs but also emphasize the collaborative effort behind such athletic feats, shining a light on the unsung partners who contribute to an athlete's success.