At the Winter Games in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Canadian curler Brett Gallant has made a significant transition, moving from mixed doubles to focusing on men's four-player team play. After a rare off-day that allowed him to recharge, Gallant reunited with the Calgary rink led by Brad Jacobs. This shift comes after a challenging mixed doubles campaign where he and his wife, Jocelyn Peterman, went 4-5 and missed the playoffs, marking Gallant as the first Canadian participant in both curling disciplines at the same Games.

The Canadian men's team held a training session in preparation for their upcoming match against Germany, with Gallant expressing optimism about this new phase of competition. "It’s kind of a fresh beginning," he remarked, indicating that he is ready to embrace the team dynamics and strategies reminiscent of a new start. The men's team, previously established as a competitive force in curling, hopes to build momentum in the tournament following their rigorous training strategy.

As Gallant steps into team play, he is joined by a seasoned crew ready to take on international competitors. The Canadian women's team, skipped by Rachel Homan, also prepares for competition, highlighting the depth of talent in Canadian curling. With two distinct events underway, the focus will be on how both teams adapt and perform in their respective matches, aiming to bring home medals for Canada.