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Behind the Headlines: Blake Tierney ready to make a splash at Paris Olympics

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Saskatoon’s Blake Tierney is about to live out his Olympic dream in Paris. The 22-year-old swimmer qualified for the Paris Games at the Olympic trials in Toronto this past May. He’ll make his Olympic debut this weekend, representing Canada in the 100- and 200-metre backstroke events. 650 CKOM's Shane Clausing reports.

25 Jul 2024 English Canada News

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