Prince George speed skater Carolina Hiller has won her second straight national title in the women’s 500m at the Canadian Long Track Championships in Calgary
The 26-year-old, who made her World Cup debut last season, came out ahead of 24 competitors with a winning time of 38.49.
She was joined on the podium by Jenna Larter (Brookfield, P.E.I.), who set a new personal best time of 38.87, and Brooklyn McDougall (Calgary, Alta.), who finished third with a time of 38.91.
“This feels great. Two years ago, I never thought that I would be on the podium, let alone be Canadian Champion two years in a row. I’m just so proud of myself and excited for the rest of the season,” said Hiller.
“There are some technical things that I want to improve on tomorrow that I kind of messed up today, so I’m looking forward to that.”
Hiller went on to finish third in Friday's 1,000 m event.
The competition concludes on Sunday.
Congratulations to Carolina Hiller and Laurent Dubreuil for their wins in the 500m distance 👏
— Speed Skating Canada | Patinage de Vitesse Canada (@SSC_PVC) October 5, 2023
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Félicitations à Carolina Hiller et Laurent Dubreuil pour leurs victoires du distance de 500m 👏 pic.twitter.com/4WKT6MaiZA
