December 18, 2009 (Rogla, Slovenia) – A top contender for Canada on the World Cup and at the upcoming 2010 Games, Alex Harvey from St.-Ferreol-des-Neiges, Que. says he’s ready to rock at this coming weekend’s World Cup 30km classic race in Rogla, Slovenia according to a CP report.

“I want to be active in the group, not at the back of the pack, trying to hang on for dear life. I want to try to be able to ski strong around the front…for most of the race,” said Harvey. The 21-year-old rising star of Canada’s cross-country team distinguished himself last season placing 3rd in the 50km classic in Trondheim, Norway… read more here.