But COVID-19 means Butterworth will not be able to have her parents on the sidelines at the Tokyo Olympic Games. While this is a disappointment, she will have her teammate Regan Yee — and while Yee is her competition, she is also a comfort. "It adds almost a sense of family to the Games, especially considering we can't have any family there," said Butterworth. Butterworth, 28, and Yee, 26, are both representing Canada in the 3,000 metres steeplechase event, and both are from northern B.C. Bring on the cheers Find live streams, must-watch video highlights, breaking news and more in one perfect Olympic Games package.

Source: CBC News July 24, 2021 18:00 UTC