Estonian curling pair's Olympics culminated in loss to Czech Republic
The Estonian curling duo finished their Olympic tournament in Milan-Cortina with a 4:8 loss against the Czech pair.
The Estonian curling team of Marie Kaldvee and Harri Lill concluded their Olympic tournament in Milan-Cortina with a disappointing 4:8 defeat at the hands of the Czech team made up of Julie Zelingrova and Vit Chabicovsky. This loss marked the end of their Olympic journey, ultimately placing them in tenth position overall. The Estonian team started strong, gaining an early lead with two points in the first end, but the Czechs turned the tables with an impressive third end that earned them four points, allowing them to take control of the match.
As the game progressed, the Estonian side struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, managing only a single point during their power play. Heading into the final end, Estonia was trailing 4-7, and with the Czech team holding the last stone advantage, the odds were heavily against them. With the pressure mounting, Estonia needed a minimum of three points to secure a win; however, they were unable to deliver the necessary performance, and Czech Republic seized another point instead, finalizing the match score at 4-8.
Overall, Estonia concluded the tournament with a record of two wins and seven losses, which secured them the last position in the rankings. Teams that advanced to the semifinals included Great Britain, Italy, the USA, and Sweden, while other countries such as Canada, Norway, Switzerland, and Czech Republic finished in better standings than Estonia. This performance highlights the competitive nature of Olympic curling and the challenges faced by the Estonian team in their pursuit of Olympic success.