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5 things to know from Tuesday at the Winter Games

The article highlights key events from the Winter Games, emphasizing Canada's performances in short-track speedskating and women's hockey.

The article provides an overview of notable happenings from the Winter Games on February 10, with a focus on Canada's participation. A highlight is the success of Canadian short-track speedskaters William Dandjinou and FΓ©lix Roussel, who celebrated their Olympic debut by securing a silver medal in the mixed team relay, alongside veterans Kim Boutin and Courtney Sarault. Their performance signifies a promising start, with expectations for more medals as they advance in their individual races.

In contrast, the Canadian women's hockey team faced a challenging defeat against the United States, losing 5-0 during Group A play. The absence of team captain Marie-Philip Poulin due to injury was felt throughout the match, as the team struggled to make offensive plays, culminated in only 20 shots on goal. This loss continues a trend of dominance by the U.S. in women's hockey, raising concerns about Canada's ability to defend their status in the sport.

Overall, the dual outcomes underscore the highs and lows of Olympic competition, with promising prospects in some events while facing tough challenges in others. As the Winter Games progress, Canada’s performance will be under keen observation, especially in upcoming events where strategies and team compositions may shift in response to earlier outcomes.

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