Sweden and USA Battle for Gold in 2026 Winter Olympics Curling Final
The highly anticipated Olympic gold medal match in mixed doubles curling is set to take place between the USA and Sweden. After a series of competitive matches, the stage is set for a thrilling final on February 10, 2026.
Final Match Details
The final will feature the United States duo of Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse against Sweden’s Isabella Wranå and Rasmus Wranå. Both teams have demonstrated exceptional skill throughout the competition.
Path to the Final
- The United States secured their spot by defeating Italy 9-8 in the semi-finals.
- Team USA concluded the round-robin stage in third place with a record of 6 wins and 3 losses.
- Sweden advanced to the final after a decisive 9-3 victory against Great Britain.
- The Swedes entered the playoffs as the fourth seed, holding a 5-4 round-robin record.
Team Achievements
Both teams have notable achievements in mixed doubles curling:
- The USA won the world championship in 2023.
- Sweden’s Wranå siblings claimed the world title in 2024 on home ice.
Competing Players’ Experience
Rasmus Wranå brings Olympic experience, having previously earned gold and silver medals as part of Sweden’s men’s team. Cory Thiesse, meanwhile, served as an alternate for the U.S. team during the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics.
In their last encounter on February 8, the USA narrowly defeated Sweden 8-7. With both teams eager for Olympic glory, the final promises excitement and uncertainty.
Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for coverage and details on where to watch the final match live.
