Kayaker Adam van Koeverden to carry flag for Canada

Adam van Koeverden of Canada (Photo credit: Getty)Photo Gallery>>(BEIJING, July 24) -- Olympic and world champion Kayaker Adam van Koeverden has been named as Canada's flag bearer for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games by the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC).

Koeverden made his Olympic debut four years ago in Athens when he claimed bronze in the K-1 1000m and gold in the K-1 500m. From 2004 through 2007 Koeverden has dominated the World Cup circuit with 21 World Cup gold medals.

"We are very proud to have Adam van Koeverden carrying Canada's flag into the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games," said COC president Michael Chambers, as reported by the COC website. "Adam typifies the Canadian Olympic Committee's passion for sport excellence and integrity, and represents Canada with pride on every occasion."