With only eight days of training to go the Canadian Olympic Taekwondo team is approaching peak condition in Busan, South Korea. The team attended the Opening Ceremonies on August 8, then immediately retreated to Busan for the primary purpose of escaping the commotion and distractions within the Athlete Village.
Sergerie and Michaud training in Busan (photo: Dr. Terry DeFreitas)
Gonda and sparring partner (photo: Dr. Terry DeFreitas)
Two Korean girls who were earlier scouted for their talent have been the main sparring partners for Karine Sergerie and Ivett Gonda. Sébastien Michaud is training with Middleweight Canadian Champion François Coulombe-Fortier. In addition to providing training partners and facilities, Busan is at a similar elevation and only one hour time difference from Beijing. Residents have reportedly been very hospitable to the team, who depart for Beijing on August 16.
Ivett Gonda (Female -49 kg) will compete first on August 20th, followed two days later by Karine Sergerie (Female -67 kg) and Sébastien Michaud (Male -80 kg).
The Canadian Team including managers, coaches, and sparring partners enjoy a dinner hosted by Korea Tourism
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