Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy – The gold medal match in men’s curling at the Winter Olympics will pit Great Britain against Canada, a rematch of a classic rivalry. The game, scheduled for , will be broadcast live on CNBC and streamed on Peacock.
This isn’t the first time these two curling powerhouses have met on the Olympic stage. They last faced off in the final back in , with Canada ultimately taking home the gold. For Great Britain, a victory today would mark a historic first, claiming their inaugural gold medal in men’s Olympic curling. Canada, however, will be aiming to add to their impressive tally of three gold medals in the sport, previously won in , , and .
The path to the final wasn’t without its challenges for either team. Canada finished second in the round robin, suffering losses only to Norway and Switzerland. They then avenged their defeat against Norway in the semifinals, securing a hard-fought 5-4 victory to advance to the gold medal game. Great Britain, after a 5-4 round robin record, pulled off a stunning upset in the semifinals, defeating the previously undefeated Swiss team.
The stakes are undeniably high. For Great Britain, this represents a chance to break through and claim the ultimate prize after securing a silver medal in Beijing four years ago. Their semi-final win against Switzerland guaranteed them at least a silver, but the focus is firmly on gold. They had to rely on results from other matches to even qualify for the playoffs, with Italy’s loss to Switzerland and Norway’s win over Canada opening the door for them.
Canada, meanwhile, is looking to reassert its dominance in the sport. Despite facing controversy earlier in the tournament, the team has demonstrated resilience and skill, proving they are a force to be reckoned with. A win would solidify their position as the most successful nation in men’s Olympic curling history.
The two teams previously met during the round robin stage, with Canada emerging victorious in a 9-5 contest. However, the pressure and intensity of a gold medal final are a different beast altogether. Great Britain will be looking to learn from that earlier defeat and bring their A-game to the championship match.
Beyond the men’s final, the curling action continues on Sunday with the women’s gold medal game, which will also be streamed live on Peacock at .
For curling fans eager to follow every event at the Milan Cortina Games, a comprehensive guide to the Winter Olympics is available, offering detailed information on all the competitions and athletes.
Viewers in the United States have several options for watching the men’s curling final. A Peacock subscription, available for $10.99 per month, provides live streaming access. Peacock is also available free with a Walmart+ subscription. Alternatively, the game will be broadcast on CNBC and streamed via DirecTV.
The Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium in Cortina, Italy, will be the setting for this highly anticipated showdown. The match promises to be a thrilling contest between two of the world’s best curling teams, with both nations vying for Olympic glory.
The outcome of this match will not only determine the Olympic champion but also further cement the legacies of the athletes involved. For Canada, it’s a chance to continue their winning tradition. For Great Britain, it’s an opportunity to make history and finally claim the gold medal that has eluded them for so long.
