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Canada’s athletes in Sochi: Meet luger Justin Snith

Canadians Tristan Walker and Justin Snith compete during the Luge World Cup men's doubles event in Schoenau near Koenigssee, southern Germany, on January 5, 2013.
Canadians Tristan Walker and Justin Snith compete during the Luge World Cup men's doubles event in Schoenau near Koenigssee, southern Germany, on January 5, 2013. CHRISTOF STACHE/AFP/Getty Images

Sport: Luge

Age: 22

Hometown: Calgary, Alta.

Accomplishments:

  • 2013 World Championship Silver Medallist (team relay)
  • 2012 World Championship Bronze Medallist (team relay)
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Interesting Fact: He was reluctant to luge in doubles or team relay because he had originally gotten into luge because he wanted to rely solely on himself. He changed his mind after experiencing immediate success with Tristan Walker in doubles.

Chances: Snith will be partnered with Walker 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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