Shelley Rudman pleased with improved second run

Great Britain's Shelley Rudman has stated that she is pleased with her improved performance during the second run of the women's skeleton heats.

Rudman completed a poor first heat in a time of 59.46s, but showed signs of learning the track on her second run and clocked 59.33s to end the day in 11th spot.

Speaking to BBC Sport, Rudman said: "It wasn't too bad. I was off my lines on the first run - maybe down to nerves, but on the second run I corrected things so I'm really happy.

"There's things to think about overnight, but I'm pleased that my start was so much better on my second run, so that's another positive. I really just want to flow and enjoy the second day.

"I'll be pleased if I can move up the board a little bit. I want a neat and tidy run and just be happy as I walk off the track."

Rudman's teammate Lizzy Yarnold leads the board, with the third and fourth heats due to take place tomorrow.