18 years after her Olympic breakthrough, Klassen is moved by swimmer McIntosh's pursuit of glory
Olympic champion speedskater Cindy Klassen was dubbed "the woman of the Games" in 2006 by former IOC president Jacques Rogge. Eighteen years later, Canada has another multi-medal talent on its hands in Summer McIntosh, and Klassen is moved by her inspiring ascension in the pool.
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![Six-time Olympic speed skating medallist Cindy Klassen, seen at the 2006 Winter Games in Turin, recommends ascending swimming star Summer McIntosh "go out and have fun, enjoy the moment" at upcoming Paris Games, as she looks to leave her own Olympic mark. A women's skater waves.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7268359.1721334412!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/56936316.jpg)
Olympic champion speedskater Cindy Klassen was dubbed "the woman of the Games" in 2006 by former IOC president Jacques Rogge. Eighteen years later, Canada has another multi-medal talent on its hands in Summer McIntosh, and Klassen is moved by her inspiring ascension in the pool.