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The 1996 Canadian Olympic team boasts some strong contenders. Profiles of several athletes are given including wheelchair racer Chantal Petitclerc, decathlete Michael Smith, wrestler Guivi Sissaouri, boxer Mike Strange, diver Anne Montminy and swimmer Joanne Malar.

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Hot wheels, high hopes: overlooked at home, Canadian cyclists ride for respect in Atlanta

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Cycling is not a high-profile sport in Canada, but the 1996 Canadian Olympic team boasts some possible medal contenders. The women's team is particularly strong and includes mountain biker Alison Sydor, road biker Clara Hughes and track rider Tanya Dubnicoff.

Training, Competitions, Cyclists, Bicycle racing

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Carrying the torch: Canadians are gearing up for Atlanta, hell-bent on having their Olympic experience

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Thirteen Olympic athletes from Canada who have overcome injuries and other obstacles to pursue their dreams are profiled. Gymnast Kris Burley overcame a painful ankle injury, while swimmer Jessica Deglau had to deal with her father's terminal cancer.

Behavior, Biography, Burley, Kris, Banos, Jean-Paul, Banos, Jean-Marie, Deglau, Jessica, Blackwell, Andrea, Tashlin, Lesley, Defiagbon, David, Casey, Peggy, Abbott, Joanne, Abbott, Bill, Geng, Lijuan, Alexander, Tony, Sawatzky, Michelle

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