In Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, a thrilling bronze medal match at the World Men's Curling Championship unfolded as Canada edged out China with an 11-2 victory. The Chinese team, matching its best-ever finish at the championship, faced a series of setbacks during the game.
The match got off to a rocky start when Xu Xiaoming's final delivery in the first end missed hitting any red stones, costing the team three crucial points 🎯. Although China managed a point in the third end, a miscalculation in the fourth left their only yellow stone vulnerable. Seizing the moment, skip Brad Jacobs converted the error into a five-point surge, and a stolen two points in the fifth end further widened the gap.
Both teams added one more point in the subsequent ends, ultimately sealing the score and handing Canada the bronze medal. Now, China gears up to participate in a December qualification event, with their eyes set on a coveted spot at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Sometimes, every setback paves the way for a future turnaround! 💪
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China finish fourth at World Men's Curling Championship in Canada
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