The Paris 2024 Olympic Games began on Friday, and Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky took the opportunity to impress the crowd.
Indeed, Slaf is known for being an exceptional athlete, and he proved it once again, this time in canoeing, by competing against triathlete Richard Varga.
The Canadiens forward won the race as part of the festivities surrounding the Olympics. It's safe to say he thrilled the crowd.
"Juraj Slafkovsky had an exhibition race in canoeing with former Slovak triathlete Richard Varga in Bratislava olympic festival."
Juraj-Slafkovsky is a major star in his country and a source of national pride. It's no wonder the public is thrilled to see him.
He is a role model for many young people there—a top-level idol—and seeing him in such good form is excellent news. It sets a positive tone for the start of training camp, which will take place in less than two months.
We're also excited to see him in action in Montreal, his adopted city!