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These athletes may not have won medals, but they won the hearts of Canadians who cheered them on, watched them represent Canada or take part in games hosted by the country. As this year’s Games get underway in Italy, here’s a look back at the competitors whose stories have left a mark on Olympic history. Rhoda and Rhona Wurtele: St. Moritz 1948 They may no longer be household names, but these Canadian twins were pioneers of alpine skiing for women in the country. Famously known as “The Flying Twins...