Former Footballer Sharan Yani Exits Dancing With The Stars Before Semifinals

Sharan Yani, a former football player, and his dance partner Karin Sorochinsky were eliminated from the Israeli edition of Dancing With The Stars on August 20, just before the semifinals. Despite their elimination, they were given a second chance through the show's "Save Wheel" segment, allowing them to return and advance as far as the quarterfinals. In an interview on the program "Good Evening with Guy Pines," Yani reflected on their journey, describing it as full of ups and downs and emphasizing his competitive mindset. "If I'm not first place, I'm not a winner," he said, though he acknowledged the experience as a valuable physical and mental process and expressed pride in the journey with Sorochinsky. Yani also highlighted the support of his 10-year-old daughter Ariel, who praised his dancing and continuous improvement. The couple's exit marks the end of their participation in this season's competition.