Fleury Confident Despite U.S. Ending Canadian Women’s Olympic Curling Streak
In a surprising turn of events at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, Canada faced a stunning defeat against the United States in women’s curling. This match marked the end of Canada’s impressive 8-0 record against the U.S. in Olympic play.
Key Moments of the Match
Led by Rachel Homan, Team Canada managed to score only eight points against the U.S.’s nine. A pivotal moment occurred during the sixth end when Tabitha Peterson’s U.S. squad secured four crucial points, significantly impacting the outcome. Homan acknowledged the team’s struggle, saying, “We had a bad end. It’s hard to win a game when you give up four.”
Statistical Breakdown
Both teams showed inconsistent shooting throughout the match. At the fifth-end break, Canada had a low combined accuracy of just 77 percent. Homan shot 74 percent, while Tracy Fleury ended with 81 percent. In comparison, the U.S. team recorded a higher combined score of 82 percent, with Peterson shooting 78 percent.
| Team | Combined Score (%) | Top Individual Score (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | 76 | Fleury – 81 |
| United States | 83 | Peterson – 78 |
Looking Ahead
Despite this setback, Fleury remains optimistic. “When we lose a game, it sometimes fires us up, so we’re not worried yet,” she remarked. The Canadian team will regroup and aim for victory in their next match against Great Britain.
Implications for Standings
This unexpected loss alters the dynamics in the standings significantly. As of now, Sweden is leading with a record of 3-0, followed by Switzerland at 2-0, while both the U.S. and Korea hold 2-1 records. Canada and China are at 1-1, whereas Denmark sits at 1-2, with Great Britain, Italy, and Japan yet to secure a win.
- Canada vs. U.S. final score: 8-9
- Next match: Canada vs. Great Britain
- Current standings lead: Sweden (3-0)
As the tournament progresses, Team Canada remains determined to learn from this defeat and come back stronger in the upcoming games at Filmogaz.com. The journey continues as they look to reclaim their winning momentum.
