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Canada secured the Olympic bronze medal in women’s curling on Saturday, defeating the United States 10-7 in a high-scoring battle.
The victory marks a triumphant return to the podium for the Canadian women, who had undergone a medal drought at the previous two Winter Games.
The win reinforces Canada’s status as a powerhouse in the sport, bringing their total count to six medals since women’s curling was introduced to the Olympic programme in 1998.
The path to the bronze was paved by a resilient performance following a tough semi-final loss to Sweden.
While Canada celebrate their third-place finish, the attention now shifts to Sunday’s gold medal showdown between Sweden and Switzerland.
The Swedes, who have three previous Olympic titles to their name, reached the final after eliminating Canada, while the Swiss advanced by knocking out the Americans.
The excitement at the curling rink is set to continue as the men’s tournament also reaches its climax.
On Sunday, Canada will have another shot at a medal—this time potentially gold—as their men’s team faces off against Great Britain in the final.
This matchup is a high-profile rematch of sorts between the two nations that claimed the silver and bronze medals at the 2022 Beijing Games.
With a bronze already secured for the women and a guaranteed medal for the men, the 2026 Games have proven to be a successful outing for Canadian curling.
The weekend’s results highlight the deep talent pool in the sport, as traditional rivals like Sweden, Switzerland, and Great Britain continue to trade blows on the world’s biggest stage.
