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Canada’s athletes in Sochi: Meet speed skater Vincent De Haitre

Vincent de Haitre. Long track speed skaters were formally nominated to the Canadian Olympic team for the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary, Wednesday, Janurary 22, 2014. Mike Ridewood/COC

Sport: Long Track Speed Skating

Age: 19

Hometown: Cumberland, Ont.

Accomplishments:

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  • Two top-10 finishes at the 2013 World Junior Championship.

Interesting Fact: He never expected to make it to Sochi, having set a target for himself of competing in the 2018 Winter Games. His performance has exceeded even his own expectations.

Chances: He undoubtedly has endless potential and has rapidly made a name for himself within Canada, but has limited international experience. De Haitre will most likely not reach the podium in Sochi.

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