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For most of us, our best chance at any kind of medal is making it past 10 pipes in Flappy Bird.
That’s why, after we throw our phones against the wall because of Flappy Bird, we’ll turn to Twitter to follow these athletes and journalists and live vicariously through their journey at theWinter Olympicsin Sochi, Russia!
Okay, so Russia might not bequiteready (members of the media arriving in Sochi aresharing pics online of their roomsin a less-than-habitable state). Still, athletes and journalists are descending on the seaside host city – and they’re sharing their experiences online. Check out some of our favorites to follow.
Shaun White, U.S. SnowboardingObviously, any list of winter Olympians needs to include snowboarderShaun White. In addition to sharing his soundtrack for Sochi, he’s also giving his unique perspective on adjusting to life in Russia.
Torin Yater-Wallace, U.S. SkiingMeanwhile,Yater-Wallaceis getting his swerve onoffthe snow, using his Twitter to hit upEmma Watson.
Lolo Jones, U.S. BobsledThe track and field star has grabbed her parka and headed to the Winter Olympics, joining the bobsled team. Plus,Jonesis kind of fabulous on Vine.
Tobias Arwidson, Swedish BiathleteIt’s not always in English, butArwidsonis a must-follow – simply because he appreciates potty humor. Literal potty humor.
Belle Brockhoff, Australian SnowboardingIf youTweet her, she Tweets you back with lovely Australianisms. And Brockhoff, who is gay, is often put at the center of any coverage of Russia’s anti-gay laws.
Ann Swisshelm, U.S. CurlingTeam U.S.A.’s oldest member is worth following, simply for her adorable Twitter name:curlannie.
Askel Lund Svindal, Norwegian SkiingHe’s carrying the flag for Norway at the Olympics –and his Twitter biois pretty fun. Plus, he Tweets out Instagram pics like this one.
Gracie Gold, U.S. Figure SkatingThere’s just something about figure skiing that makesGracie Goldso riveting. Maybe it’s the pageantry. Maybe it’s the drama. Then again, maybe it’s because Gold posts pictures of cake.
Johnny Weir, U.S. Figure Skater-turned-AnalystBut let’s face it. If you’re following any figure skater, it better beJohnny Weir. Not only is Weir a former Olympian, but he’s also fluent in Russian and will be invaluable for commentary. And Weir’s snark and showmanship is always entertaining.
Stacy St. Clair, Journalist forChicago TribuneHer Tweets about Russian shenanigans are the best.
Noureen DeWulf, PEOPLE bloggerThe actress will be blogging about her trip to Sochi for PEOPLE – so make sure to give her a follow!
source: people.com
