Canadian swimmer Kylie Masse has emerged victorious in the women’s 100-metre backstroke race at the Olympic trials, solidifying her spot on the national team for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
Masse, who hails from LaSalle, Ontario, clocked in at 57.70 seconds, beating out fellow competitors Taylor Ruck and Kayla Sanchez. This marks Masse’s second consecutive win in the event, as she also took home the gold at the 2016 Olympic trials.
The 25-year-old is no stranger to success in the pool, having won two bronze medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics and setting a world record in the 100-metre backstroke at the 2017 World Championships.
Masse’s impressive performance at the Olympic trials solidifies her as a top contender for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, where she will be looking to add to her already impressive collection of medals.
In an interview following her win, Masse expressed her excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to represent Canada on the world stage once again. She also acknowledged the hard work and dedication of her coaches and teammates, who have helped her reach this level of success.
Masse’s win adds to the growing list of Canadian athletes who have secured their spots on the national team for the Tokyo Olympics. The trials, which began on June 19, will continue until June 23, with more athletes vying for their chance to compete at the prestigious event.
The Tokyo Olympics, originally scheduled for 2020, were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and are now set to take place from July 23 to August 8, 2021. With Masse’s impressive performance at the Olympic trials, Canadian fans can look forward to seeing her compete for gold once again on the world stage.
