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Canada’s athletes in Sochi: Meet luger Tristan Walker

Tristan Walker and Justin Snith of Canada are seen after they competed in the Luge Doubles on day 6 of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics at the Whistler Sliding Centre on February 17, 2010 in Whistler.
Tristan Walker and Justin Snith of Canada are seen after they competed in the Luge Doubles on day 6 of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics at the Whistler Sliding Centre on February 17, 2010 in Whistler. Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images

Sport: Luge

Age: 22

Hometown: Cochrane, Alta.

Accomplishments:

  • 2013 World Championship Silver Medallist (team relay)
  • 2012 World Championship Bronze Medallist (team relay)
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Interesting Fact: Walker and Justin Snith competed as 18-year-olds in Vancouver 2010 as two of the youngest athletes representing Canada.

Chances: Walker will be partnered with Snith in the doubles, where they have experienced the best year of their careers in 2012-2013, including a fourth-place finish at the Olympic track in Sochi. They could medal in doubles but they are considered a serious medal contender in team relay along with Alex Gough and Sam Edney.

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