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Rodney, De Grasse, Brown win 200-metre semifinals in Edmonton

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De Grasse soars at Canadian Track and Field Championships in Edmonton
WATCH ABOVE: The Canadian Track and Field Championships are taking place in Edmonton this weekend and this year, the stakes are even higher as the event doubles as Canada's Olympic trials. On Saturday, the main event was the 100-metre dash featuring Canada's rising star, Andre De Grasse. Jack Haskins has more – Jul 10, 2016

Brendon Rodney of Hamilton, Ont., raced to the fastest time in the 200-metre semifinals at the Canadian Olympic track and field trials.

Rodney won his heat in 20.25 seconds, easing up before the finish line.

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Andre De Grasse of Markham, Ont., winner of the 100 metres the previous night, ran a relaxed 20.56 to win his heat, while Aaron Brown of Toronto cruised to an easy 20.95 to win his, setting up what should be a thrilling final.

READ MORE: De Grasse captures Canadian 100-metre title in Edmonton

De Grasse twice broke the Canadian record in the event last season, which was previously held by Brown.

Canada will name its Olympic team on Monday.

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