GIF: American luger Kate Hansen goes viral with Beyonce dance
American luger Kate Hansen’s earning some attention for her moves on and off the luge track. She apparently enjoys dancing to Beyonce to amp herself up before competition. Via @dhm.
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American luger Kate Hansen’s earning some attention for her moves on and off the luge track. She apparently enjoys dancing to Beyonce to amp herself up before competition. Via @dhm.
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Day 16 was Canada’s last chance to collect Olympic hardware — and they delivered. Canada will finish the Games ranked third overall — behind Russia and Norway — with 10 gold medals, 10 silver and 5 bronze, for a total of 25.
The total in Sochi is just one shy of Vancouver’s record performance when Canada collected 26 medals including 14 gold.
Use this interactive tracker to compare Canada’s performance, day by day, against each previous Olympic Games.
Each chart shows the number of medals earned each day, broken down by medal type. This year’s results will be posted throughout the Games as soon as they become available.
Interactive by Stuart A. Thompson
Oh Canada! Getting ready to walk out!!! pic.twitter.com/De3uzkfZpN
— Kaillie Humphries (@BobsledKaillie) February 23, 2014
Olympic circus ! pic.twitter.com/d2xThC8bsi
— MariepierPrefontaine (@PrefontaineMP) February 23, 2014
This still feels like a big wonderful dream ! @couellette13 @anastasure pic.twitter.com/8Ilk8BpfDx
— Charline Labonte (@Labonte32) February 23, 2014
I can't believe its over !! Noooooo . Most amazing two weeks of my life pic.twitter.com/m9iM16sSdy
— MariepierPrefontaine (@PrefontaineMP) February 23, 2014
Casual chandelier #russia #ClosingCeremony #OlympicHockey pic.twitter.com/rcTwtsTxRb
— mercedes nicoll (@mercedesnicoll) February 23, 2014
The truth is, I am ironman. pic.twitter.com/7BujI9nGGy
— Denny Morrison (@Denny_Morrison) February 23, 2014
2 the @CDNOlympicTeam. I feel so honoured 2b representing such an amazing group of ppl fr the most wonderful country! pic.twitter.com/deKLJcLpIe
— Heather Moyse (@HeatherMoyse) February 23, 2014
Hanging with @BigAirMar before the closing ceremony. #goldmedal pic.twitter.com/ocs1ydYz7a
— Christopher Spring (@BobTeamSpring) February 23, 2014
Closing ceremonies with some beauties @RJohnst16 Toews & Sharp! Nice bomb @pou29 #goodtimes pic.twitter.com/JV9qdIb6ex
— Meaghan Mikkelson (@Mikkelson12) February 23, 2014
What an honor to be here! pic.twitter.com/tRJRro0Vzu
— Travis Gerrits (@TravisGerrits) February 23, 2014
Well look who I get to sit next to… @HockeyCanada #Olympics2014 pic.twitter.com/FrLUVmxYBj
— mercedes nicoll (@mercedesnicoll) February 23, 2014
Walking into the closing ceremonies !!! @Denny_Morrison @cdnhappygilmore @williamcdutton !! #coolpeople #awesome pic.twitter.com/P74mXFZCEd
— Kaetlyn Osmond (@kaetlyn_23) February 23, 2014
Thank you @CDNOlympicTeam for the amazing Olympic experience and all of the support! #WeAreWinter pic.twitter.com/hCAiVIjeh7
— Chris Del Bosco (@chrisdelbosco) February 23, 2014
Diggin my closing ceremonies hat. Am I wearing it right? I think @cdnhappygilmore has it right. pic.twitter.com/zAN3h0auST
— Denny Morrison (@Denny_Morrison) February 23, 2014
Marching in with all the hockey superstars ✌️
Just about to walk out for closing but @meghanagosta @fortino_laura77 and I may not make it!! #sochiproblems pic.twitter.com/SVpOmk2L8v
— Hayley Wickenheiser (@wick_22) February 23, 2014
Time of my life. Thank you. @Daoust17 @Labonte32 @pou29 pic.twitter.com/dqbr7lt4Ts
— Anastasia Bucsis (@anastasure) February 23, 2014
pyeongchang here we come ! pic.twitter.com/vVN5OaKKdO
— MariepierPrefontaine (@PrefontaineMP) February 23, 2014
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBGNHJPuRB4
Canada returns from Sochi with 10 gold and an impressive 25 medals – good enough for fourth place in total medals, third in number of golds.
But sometimes it’s the stories behind the medals that really remind us why we love the Olympics. Here are some of the moments from the Games that Canadians shared the most.
What was most memorable to you? Tweet us @GlobeOlympics
Women’s hockey comeback victory
Canadians were taken on an emotional roller-coaster during Team Canada’s 3-2 overtime win against the U.S. When Canada was down 2-0 with just four minutes to go, it looked like all was lost. But Canada’s women battled on and pulled off a thrilling comeback that will live in Canadian sports history (and fans’ memories) for years.
Alex Bilodeau wins gold in moguls, again
When Alexandre Bilodeau earned his second consecutive gold medal in men’s moguls and celebrated at the bottom of the hill with his brother Frédéric, Canadians were brought back to a similar moment the two shared in Vancouver, 2010. Bilodeau described the historic run as “perfect” – a great way to also describe the end to his stunning Olympic career.
Canadian coach comes to the rescue of Russian skier
When a Russian cross-country skier fell and broke his ski during a race, Canadian coach Justin Wadsworth ran onto the course to help. The country rallied around the perfectly Canadian moment and lauded Wadsworth for showing what the Olympic spirit is all about.
Dufour-Lapointe sisters both get to podium
The Dufour-Lapointe sisters became Canada’s new family of skiing all-stars when Justine won gold and Chloé won silver in moguls. The eldest sister Maxime also competed in the same event and placed 12th. On the podium, the sisters laughed, they cried – and Canadians did the same along with them.
Photo credit: John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Gilmore Junio gives up his speedskating spot
Denny Morrison was not scheduled to compete in the 1,000 m long-track event after falling in the Canadian qualifier. But teammate Gilmore Junio gave his spot to Morrison, who had a better shot at winning. The move paid off, with Morrison winning silver and Canadians hailing Junio as an Olympic hero.
Tessa and Scott end career with a silver
Canada’s figure skating sweethearts won silver, but their Olympic story line included a rift with their coach (who also coaches their U.S. rivals) and a raging debate over the results. But as Globe columnist John Doyle pointed out, it wasn’t Scott and Tessa who lost anything – it was us.
Photo credit: John Lehmann/The Globe and Mail
Jennifer Jones leads undefeated curling team to gold
Canada’s team, led by Jennifer Jones, not only pulled off the gold-medal victory few had predicted, but set an Olympic record by going through all 11 matches of the Sochi Games undefeated. Proving that Jones, as her teammate said, is “one of the greatest skips of all time.” (The men’s team secured Canada’s reputation as a curling force to be reckoned with, when they took home the gold medal a day later.)
Men’s hockey team dominates gold-medal game
In its 3-0 victory against Sweden, Canada went on an undefeated 6-0 run to take the gold, becoming the first team since the Soviet Union in 1984 to do so. Anticipation ahead of the game was at an all-time high, with some cities passing special rules to allow bars to open and serve during the 7 a.m. ET game.
Charles Hamelin and long-time girlfriend Marianne St. Gelais became a hit couple in the 2010 games after a video of her cheering his gold medal win went viral.
Here they are again after Hamelin won gold again in the 1500m in Sochi:
Nothing brings out Canada’s good humour like a high-stakes hockey game. Plenty of jokes and memes were circulating during the game. See something good? Let us know at @GlobeOlympics.
Swedish hockey stick. #WeAreWinter #GoCanadaGo #ikea pic.twitter.com/s1DvdZr4Ud
— Kristopher Matheson (@GoodsnCommerce) February 23, 2014
Hey Sweden, your silver medals are almost ready pic.twitter.com/CKXvlH3iKE
— D (@WhosTheWiser) February 23, 2014
"Sweet! Found the IKEA instructions …" on Olympic Lens http://t.co/wpWhHniehQ (by @stuartchase) #WeAreWinter pic.twitter.com/oLWFc6nX2t
— Kent English (@kentenglish) February 21, 2014
This. pic.twitter.com/qDhOQfJXXG
— Shan (@goodbooksandtea) February 23, 2014
Keep Calm and Carey On. #CAN1SWE0 pic.twitter.com/jPExp8e9zj
— Rob Hynes (@RobHynes) February 23, 2014
The two iconic companies squared off on social media, with Canadian Tire challenging Ikea Canada to a wager on which team would win.
Hey @IKEACanada, we'll send you a set of tires for your Volvo if #TeamSweden wins. Challenge accepted? #CANvsSWE #GoldMedalGame
— Canadian Tire (@CanadianTire) February 22, 2014
Volvo is driving really well @CanadianTire, thanks for asking. Can’t wait to munch on some maple-glazed meatballs and watch the game.
— IKEA Canada (@IKEACanada) February 22, 2014
.@IKEACanada time to put your meatballs where your mouth is, do we have a wager? #CANvsSWE #GoldMedalGame #WeAllPlay
— Canadian Tire (@CanadianTire) February 22, 2014
https://twitter.com/IKEACanada/statuses/437269256053743617
We'll let our fans decide who we should be cheering for this Sunday. Take your pick #ThisOrThat #CanadavsSweden pic.twitter.com/yHCQzbxGxK
— IKEA Canada (@IKEACanada) February 21, 2014