Snoop Dogg Aids U.S. Victory Over Canada in Mixed Doubles Curling

In a pivotal match at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, Team USA, backed by notable fan Snoop Dogg, achieved a significant victory over Canada in mixed doubles curling. The American duo of Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin triumphed with a score of 7-5, marking Canada’s first loss of the competition.

Snoop Dogg’s Impact on the Match

Snoop Dogg, a well-known supporter of the Olympics, attended the match and inspired the U.S. team. His presence energized the crowd, creating an electric atmosphere that boosted the players’ confidence. The U.S. team presented Snoop with a personalized jacket emblazoned with “Coach Snoop,” which served as a morale booster during the game.

Match Highlights

• Canada’s Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant entered the match with a 3-0 record.
• The seventh end proved crucial, as Peterman’s missed freeze allowed the U.S. to score three points.
• Thiesse and Dropkin capitalized on Canada’s aggressive style and displayed precise shooting.
• Post-match statistics revealed that the U.S. shot an impressive 83 percent, compared to Canada’s 82 percent.

Game Dynamics

As the match progressed, both teams faced time constraints, affecting their strategy and execution. Canada ended the first half with only 7:44 of thinking time left, while the U.S. had 8:26. This discrepancy became apparent in the seventh end, where rushed decisions led to costly errors.

Looking Forward

Despite this setback, Canada remains a strong contender with a 3-1 record. They are positioned third and will face teams with weaker records in their upcoming matches. Meanwhile, the U.S. improved to 4-0 after their decisive win against Czechia, scoring 8-1 in the next match.

Current Standings and Upcoming Matches

With the competition heating up, here are some key standings and results from Friday:

As the tournament progresses, each match intensifies. The top four teams after nine round-robin games will advance to the playoffs, beginning Monday. Fans eagerly await the next performance from Peterman and Gallant as they aim to bounce back against Great Britain and Estonia.