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Competing in doubles 'a whole new sport' for young Canadian luge duo

A young Canadian luge duo from Calgary competed in their first world championships in Whistler, B.C., finishing eighth among 12 sleds and winning bronze in the under-23 category.
Caitlin Nash, a teammate, won Canada's first medal in doubles at a World Cup in December 2022 and placed 16th in the world championships.
Podulsky described the transition to doubles as 'completely new' and noted improved communication with her partner, Allen.
Nash expressed confidence in her decision to focus on singles after questioning it in the past.

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Kailey Allen and Beattie Podulsky admit they’re still learning. After each starting their luge careers in singles, the duo made the move to women’s doubles, and found a solid partnership this season. But every change comes with a learning curve. “This is completely new, a whole new sport to me,” said 19-year-old Podulsky, who moved from the bottom position to the top this year. Working with Allen helps because she’s such a good communicator, she…

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