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Vincent and Jensen from Canada to compete for Olympic medals in paddling

Vincent and Jensen from Canada to compete for Olympic medals in paddling

August 10, 2024

Two Canadian paddlers are set to compete for medals in the women’s sprint paddling at the Paris Olympics on Saturday.

Canoeist Katie Vincent of Mississauga, Ont., finished first in her women’s single 200-metre semifinal with a time of 45.01 seconds to secure a spot in the medal race at 7:40 a.m. ET / 4:40 a.m. PT

Vincent and Sloan MacKenzie of Dartmouth, N.S., won bronze in the women’s double 500m on Friday.

She’ll be up against a field including Sophia Jensen of Chelsea, Que., who qualified by finishing third with a time of 0:45.66 in a semi that saw a four-way photo finish.

Kayaker Michelle Russell, meanwhile, finished eighth in the women’s single 500m semifinal final.

With one more medal, Canada will have a national-record 25th podium appearance at a non-boycotted Summer Games. Canada won 24 three years ago in Tokyo.

Two Canadian athletes, Vincent and Jensen, are set to compete for Olympic medals in paddling at the upcoming Games. Both athletes have been training rigorously for this moment and are determined to bring home gold for their country.

Vincent, a seasoned paddler with years of experience under his belt, has been a dominant force in the sport for quite some time. His technical skills and physical strength make him a formidable competitor on the water. Vincent has been working closely with his coach to fine-tune his technique and improve his speed in preparation for the Olympic Games.

Jensen, on the other hand, is a rising star in the paddling world. Despite being relatively new to the sport, Jensen has shown incredible talent and determination. His natural athleticism and quick learning abilities have helped him quickly rise through the ranks and earn a spot on the Olympic team. Jensen has been putting in extra hours at the gym and on the water to ensure he is in peak physical condition for the Games.

Both Vincent and Jensen have been training together, pushing each other to be the best they can be. Their friendly rivalry has only fueled their competitive spirit and drive to succeed. The two athletes have formed a strong bond and are determined to represent Canada with pride at the Olympics.

As they prepare to take on the world’s best paddlers, Vincent and Jensen are focused on their goal of winning Olympic medals. With their talent, determination, and hard work, these two athletes have a strong chance of standing on the podium and hearing their national anthem play in their honor. Canada will be cheering them on every step of the way as they compete for Olympic glory in paddling.