Mar 14 • 08:28 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia ERR

LIVE TODAY | Canada tries to end China's dominance in wheelchair curling

Canada faces China in the finals of the mixed wheelchair curling tournament at the Milano Cortina Paralympics, aiming to overturn China's previous victories.

The article discusses the upcoming final match in wheelchair curling mixed teams at the Milano Cortina Paralympics, where Canada will compete against China. The live broadcast is set to start at 16:00 with commentary by Karl Kukner and Signe Falkenberg. Both teams reached the finals after tense and closely contested semifinal matches, with Canada narrowly defeating South Korea and China tying with Sweden before securing a decisive victory.

Historically, China has dominated wheelchair curling, having won gold at the previous Olympic Games in Beijing four years ago. In that match, China defeated Sweden, while Canada ended up with a bronze medal. This year, the Chinese team has made a slight change in its lineup, replacing one player from the previous successful team, which has raised expectations for the upcoming final against Canada, who looks to reclaim glory and challenge China's supremacy in the sport.

With both teams showing considerable skill as shown in their semifinals, the final match is anticipated to be highly competitive. The article highlights the significance of this event not only for the teams involved but also for the fans and the growth of wheelchair curling on a global stage, emphasizing the rivalry between Canada and China, and the quest for Olympic success in this sport.

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