Lag Hasselborg Dominates with Sixth Straight Win, Eyes Semifinal Showdown with Canada

Sweden's Lag Hasselborg continues their stellar performance in the 2026 Winter Olympics curling tournament with a sixth consecutive win, solidifying their strong bid for a semifinal spot. The latest triumph came against Switzerland, ending 6-4 after a closely contested match. Crucially, Swiss skip Silvana Tirinzoni's critical mistake in the eighth end allowed Sweden to steal a decisive point, leading to a 5-3 advantage. Despite Switzerland narrowing the gap in the ninth, team captain Anna Hasselborg sealed victory with a precise final shot that removed the Swiss team's best stone.

This victory is historic given Sweden had previously lost 11 of their last 12 encounters with Switzerland, making the win particularly significant. "I breathed a little easier after the point in the eighth. It really set us up for the win," Hasselborg reflected. The team, which includes Sofia Scharback, Agnes Knochenhauer, and Sara McManus, now prepares for a high-stakes match against Canada, led by Rachel Homan, noted for its competitive intensity due to prior tensions between the nations in curling.

With three matches left in the group stage, including fixtures against South Korea and China, Sweden is currently the only team undefeated, standing ahead of rivals like the USA. Off the ice, players have taken time to relax and connect with families in Italy during this intense Olympic week. Sweden's solid position signals optimism for advancing deep into the playoffs and possibly securing a medal.