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Canada’s athletes in Sochi: Meet skier Mikaël Kingsbury

 Mikael Kingsbury of Canada competes during the men's moguls finals at the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup January 4, 2014 in Calgary.
Mikael Kingsbury of Canada competes during the men's moguls finals at the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup January 4, 2014 in Calgary. Photo by Todd Korol/Getty Images

Sport: Freestyle Skiing

Age: 21

Hometown: Deux-Montagnes, Que.

Accomplishments:

  • 2013 FIS World Champion (moguls).
  • 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 Overall Freestyle FIS World Cup Champion.

Interesting Fact: Kingsbury was a spectator when Alex Bilodeau became the first Canadian to win gold on home soil in 2010. He’s now considered Bilodeau’s biggest obstacle in defending his title.

Chances: Kingsbury goes into Sochi as the top-ranked moguls skier in the world. He is a heavy favourite to finish on top of the podium.

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