Canada advances to final rounds in all individual events at World Cup
DRESDEN, Germany — All 12 members of Canada’s short-track speedskating team qualified for the final rounds of their individual events at this weekend’s ISU World Cup, following Friday’s qualification rounds.
The Canadian skaters showed they were in top form by coming up with the fastest times of the day in all the events, except for the men’s 1,500 metres and the relays.
On the women’s side, Marie-Eve Drolet of Saguenay, Que., won her two qualifying heats. She is skating in both 1,500-metre events slated for the weekend.
“I’m satisfied with how my day went. I skated well and I managed my stress level well also. I won my races in a good way, like I wanted to,” said Drolet, who is looking to qualify for the A final in both her events, as well as to come up with one podium finish. “I felt good out there on the ice today and I’m confident that my goals are attainable.”