The Estonian wheelchair curling mixed duo of Kätlin Riidebach and Ain Villau faces the Italian team in the second round of the Milan Cortina Paralympics after winning their first match against Great Britain.
The Estonian wheelchair curling mixed pair, Kätlin Riidebach and Ain Villau, are set to compete against the Italian duo Orietta Berto and Paolo Ioriatti in the second round of the Milan Cortina Paralympics. The live broadcast of the match will begin on ETV2 and ERR's sports portal at 11:00 AM. Their previous match saw the Estonian pair triumph over the British team, Joanna Butterfield and Jason Kean, with a score of 10-7. This victory has instilled confidence in the Estonian team as they prepare for today's match.
In discussing their first match, Riidebach highlighted some challenges faced during the game, such as not gauging the speed of the stone correctly, which led to some underwhelming throws. However, she emphasized that a calm approach and remaining composed during difficult situations are strong traits of their partnership. The importance of their opening win cannot be understated, as it boosts their confidence heading into the next matches.
Today, after facing the Italians, the Estonian duo will later take on the American pair of Laura Dwyer and Stephen Emt. Expectations are high as the team aims to build on their success and further advance in the tournament, showcasing their skills on the international stage.
