Sweden's Women's Curling Team Clinches Spot in 2026 Olympic Final After Semifinal Triumph Over Canada

In a nail-biting semifinal match at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, the Swedish women's curling team, led by Anna Hasselborg, secured a decisive victory over Canada, advancing to the gold medal final. The match was tightly contested early on, but Sweden gained momentum in the sixth end by scoring two points and stealing another, establishing a 4-2 lead they maintained until the end. Canada’s team, skipped by Rachel Homan, was unable to recover from the three-point deficit in the final end.

This win guarantees Sweden a third Olympic medal in curling—a historic milestone, as no previous women's team has achieved three medals. The final is set against Switzerland on Sunday at 11:05 AM.

Anna Hasselborg's performance was particularly impressive, with curling veteran Eva Lund highlighting a “perfect stone” played by Hasselborg that was critical to their success. Lund commented, “She sees an opportunity here,” praising the precision of the shot. Sara McManus, one of the team members, expressed profound relief and emotion following their tough journey to reach the semifinals, shedding tears of joy.

The emotional atmosphere extended beyond the rink as players' children filled the mixed zone after the match. Hasselborg shared her happiness with her daughter Mira, saying, “I cry because I'm so happy.” Agnes Knochenhauer, who is on track to earn her fourth Olympic medal, shared the moment with her son and daughter, highlighting the personal and historical significance of this achievement.

As the Swedish team prepares for the gold medal match, Canada will face the United States in the bronze medal contest, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the curling competitions at these Games.