Three-time Olympic gold medalist Irene Schouten announced her retirement on Monday. The 31-year-old said she was proud of her career, and practically has "too many" achievements under her belt. She said the only career goal she did not accomplish was a victory at the Elfstedentocht, the famous natural ice marathon around 11 cities in Friesland that last took place in 1997.
CALGARY Italian speedskater Davide Ghiotto defended his world championship in the 10,000 metres while Canadians Ted-Jan Bloemen took the silver medal and Graeme Fish the bronze Sunday. Ghiotto's time of 12 minutes 38.