Great Britain's Jon Eley has offered his support to compatriot Elise Christie following the speed skater's third disqualification of the Sochi Games.

Christie was penalised following a trip with China's Li Jianrou at the semi-final stage.

However, Eley, who himself failed to qualify for the men's 500m final today, believes that the ordeal will make the 23-year-old stronger.

"I didn't see Elise Christie's race as I was preparing for my B final," Eley told BBC Sport. "It's upsetting for the team but this will make her a lot stronger.

"She has had some unlucky times but she is a great racer and I think she will come back in four years time and win the gold medal."

Team GB have won four medals so far at the Games.