Feb 20 • 15:48 UTC 🇨🇦 Canada National Post

Team Rachel Homan out of Olympic gold-medal curling game with loss to Sweden

Team Rachel Homan loses to Sweden in the Olympic semifinal, setting up a bronze medal match against the United States.

Team Rachel Homan faced Sweden's Anna Hasselborg in the semifinals of the Olympic curling competition in Milano-Cortina, but were unable to overcome their opponent, losing 6-3. This defeat eliminates Team Homan from contention for the gold medal, marking a disappointing result for the world's top-ranked curling team, who were favored to win the tournament. Despite this setback, they still have another opportunity to secure an Olympic medal by competing in the bronze medal match against the United States on Saturday.

During the tournament, Team Homan struggled initially, losing their first three matches, which put them in a precarious position. However, they made a remarkable comeback, winning five consecutive matches, including a critical victory over the same Swedish team that they faced in the semifinals. Their journey throughout these Games demonstrated resilience and determination, as they fought against early elimination to earn a chance at Olympic glory.

While Team Homan's loss in the semis is disappointing, it highlights the competitive nature of Olympic curling, particularly against experienced teams like Sweden, who have a strong track record in the sport. As they prepare for the bronze medal match, Team Homan will look to build on their recent successes and aim to secure a medal that had previously eluded them in the last Olympic Games in 2018.

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