That's why I said "supposed" ringer. He himself assumed he could get to the final with her and after realizing she couldn't dance he got short-tempered with her the rest of the season. It's been stated that he specifically asked for Hope before the season started. He got his wish when he got her as a partner and it bit him in the ass big time.
I agree he keeps things interesting, but, imo, it's definitely for the wrong reasons. He used to be one of my favorites, but after the last couple of seasons he doesn't even seem to enjoy it. What happens next season when his next partner isn't PR friendly or as capable to handle his tantrums? Is he going to be so humorous when he lashes out at the judges or whatever else doesn't go his way like the last couple of times?
I'm not saying he's the only pro who does stupid crap, but he is by far the worst temperamentally and controversially in the group of pros and not in a good way at all.