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Visually impaired skier Brian McKeever to make Olympic history

By Associated Press
Saturday, January 23, 2010 - Added 1 year ago
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CANMORE, Alberta — Cross-country skier Brian McKeever was selected for Canada’s Olympic team on Friday, making him the first winter sports athlete to compete in both the Olympics and Paralympics.

McKeever, who is visually impaired because of Stargardt’s disease, has won seven Paralympic medals, including four gold, with his brother Robin as his guide.

 
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In this Dec. 22, 2009, file photo,...
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In this Dec. 22, 2009, file photo, Canada’s Brian McKeever catches his breath after winning the 50-kilometer event at the Haywood NorAm and Olympic Trials in Canmore, Alberta.
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