Short track speed skating is a highly competitive sport in the winter Olympics. This year there are a total of twenty one countries in the running and that includes a grand total of sixty men. This year Canada received two medals in this sport and we are very proud of our competitors. Short track speed skating requires a lot of discipline and concentration because you need to be incredibly aware of your surroundings. Another skater could pass you at any moment making you very vulnerable to falling. This sport is a great addition to the Olympics and very enjoyable to watch.