China’s men’s curling team delivered a stunning 9-2 victory over Scotland at the World Men’s Curling Championship in Moose Jaw, Canada, on Friday. This crucial win secures their spot in the playoffs, marking their eighth triumph in the tournament with an 8-4 record.
The game started strong for China, who scored in both the second and third ends, building a solid 4-2 lead by the halfway point. Demonstrating skill and strategy, they continued to dominate in the second half, stealing points in the sixth and seventh ends. In the eighth end, the Chinese team capitalized on a mistake by Scotland to score an additional three points, prompting Scotland to concede the match.
This victory places China in third position heading into the playoffs. They are set to face Norway, with the winner advancing to the semifinals against Switzerland.
The stakes are high, as the top two teams in the championship will earn direct qualification to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Should China not reach the final, they will have another opportunity to qualify at an Olympic qualification event in December, striving to secure their place in the Games next year.
Curling, often called “chess on ice,” requires precision, teamwork, and strategic thinking. China’s impressive performance highlights their growing prominence in winter sports on the global stage.
