Hamelin wins 1,000-metres for second gold medal at short-track worlds
MONTREAL — There wasn’t much Charles Hamelin hadn’t won in his short track speed skating career, and now he can add overall world champion to his list of accomplishments.
The Ste. Julie, Que., skater claimed his second gold medal of the three-day world championships with a victory in the 1,000-metre race on Sunday to help clinch the overall title before a roaring home crowd at the packed Maurice Richard Arena.
“Just to be able to share this with my home crowd and my family and friends is incredible,” said Hamelin. “It’s been 15 years and to finally get it is unbelievable.
“My goal was always to win that every year, but world short track is tough. To do it here was the greatest gift you can give to me.”