In a dramatic Olympic semifinal match against Switzerland, Great Britain faced a challenging situation where the Swiss team could have taken a commanding lead. However, Bruce Mouat delivered one of the championship's best shots in the seventh end, removing three Swiss stones from the scoring area, which helped maintain British momentum in the match. His teammate, Grant Hardie, praised the shot as pivotal to keeping their hopes alive during the crucial moments of the game.

Despite the excellent play by Mouat, Switzerland managed to lead the scoreboard momentarily with a 5-4 advantage due to having the last stone in the end. However, the crucial play by Mouat provided the necessary momentum for Great Britain, who ultimately secured an 8-5 victory, allowing them to advance to the final against Canada. This match marks a significant turnaround for the British team, which had struggled earlier in the tournament, having been on the brink of missing the playoffs altogether.

The victory has generated excitement for the British curling team as they prepare for the final match, with Mouat expressing his exhilaration over making it to this stage of the Olympics. After a rollercoaster week leading up to the semifinals, the team is now focused on capturing the gold medal in their upcoming match, signifying a remarkable achievement in their Olympic journey.