Canada’s athletes in Sochi: Meet luger Mitchel Malyk

Sport: Luge

Age: 18

Hometown: Calgary, Alta.

Accomplishments:

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• 2012 Youth Olympic Winter Games 5^th-place finish.
• 2013 World Junior Championship 11^th-place finish.

Interesting Fact: Malyk collects drink coasters from across the world.

Chances: Making his Olympic debut in Sochi at such a young age, Malyk isn’t expected to medal. It will likely be a rewarding experience for the young man who is a part of the next wave of Canadian lugers.