Two big wins and Canadian curlers are done talking about double-touch controversy
Canadian curlers shift focus to victories and away from the double-touch controversy after securing significant Olympic wins.
After achieving two notable victories at the Olympic curling competition in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, Team Canada is eager to move on from discussions surrounding the double-touch controversy. Following their 8-6 triumph over Sweden, a Curling Canada representative intervened when Swedish journalists attempted to reignite the issue by questioning Rachel Homan's delivery, underscoring the Canadian team's desire to put the controversy behind them and focus on their performance.
Additionally, Team Brad Jacobs solidified their path to the medal round with a commanding 9-5 win against a top British team, further diminishing the relevance of the previous controversy. Player Marc Kennedy expressed relief at not facing tough questions regarding the incident, particularly after an altercation where he reacted to accusations of cheating from a Swedish opponent, which had temporarily overshadowed the athletic competition itself.
With the focus shifted back to their impressive athletic performance rather than the surrounding chatter, the Canadian curlers are hoping to maintain this momentum as they head into the critical playoff stages of the tournament. Their resilience in navigating both triumphs and controversies reflects their commitment to success on the ice during this Olympic event.