Estonian curling pair, Marie Kaldvee and Harri Lill, faced a disappointing end to their Olympic journey at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, losing both matches they contested on Sunday against South Korea and the USA. The losses ended their hopes of advancing to the next rounds, as they were unable to recapture their earlier competitive form. In their first match against South Korea, they found themselves in a significant deficit early on, struggling to adapt to the intense competition and challenging conditions.

During the match against South Korea, Kaldvee and Lill fell behind by five points after the first two ends, only managing to reduce the deficit with a power play in the third end. However, South Korea quickly regained control, scoring additional points in subsequent ends to maintain a dominant 9:3 lead. Their defeat in this match effectively sealed their fate in the tournament, as the pair needed to win to have a chance at reaching the semifinals. Post-match, they acknowledged their poor start and the need to adapt better to the circumstances presented by their opponents.

The outcome of the matches is particularly significant for Estonia's standing in the curling discipline, reflecting the challenges that their athletes face on the world stage. As the team exits the competition, it raises important questions about future training and preparation strategies for Estonian curlers, particularly as they aim to cultivate competitiveness in international settings. Kaldvee and Lill's experiences at the Olympics will undoubtedly serve as vital learning points for the development of the sport in Estonia.