Ryan Cochrane and partner Hugues Fournel won gold at the 2010 Pan-American Championships, posting a blazing time of 31.41 seconds for 200m; which is faster than the current world record.
Ryan Cochrane had a solid showing at the 2010 Canadian National Championships; winning gold in the k2 200m with first time partner Steve Jorens and they also placed 2nd in the k2-500m. Ryan also placed 3rd in the k1-200m.