The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as defending champions Canada take on Switzerland in the gold medal game at the LGT World Women’s Curling Championship in Uijeongbu, Korea. The highly anticipated final is a rematch of last year’s championship and will take place on Sunday at 3:00 AM ET.
Canada’s Road to the Final
Team Homan secured their place in the championship match with a dramatic 6-5 extra-end victory over host nation South Korea, led by Eunji Gim. With Canada clinging to a one-point lead in the 10th end and without the hammer, Rachel Homan executed a stunning double takeout to force Korea to a single point, sending the match into an extra end. A crucial mistake by Gim in the final frame allowed Canada to claim victory and advance.
Homan’s rink, featuring third Tracy Fleury, second Emma Miskew, and lead Sarah Wilkes, is on the brink of making history. If they win, they will become the first team to capture back-to-back world titles with the same lineup since the legendary Sandra Schmirler rink in 1993 and 1994.
How to Watch Canada vs. Switzerland
- Date: Sunday, March 24, 2025
- Time: 3:00 AM ET
- Location: Uijeongbu, Korea
- TV Broadcast: TSN (Canada), NBC Sports (USA), Eurosport (Europe)
- Live Stream anywhere: Watch on Curling World
Switzerland’s Journey
Switzerland, ranked second in the world, boasts an impressive 64-20 record this season. Led by skip Silvana Tirinzoni, with last rock thrower Alina Paetz, second Selina Witschonke, and lead Carole Howald, the Swiss team has been a dominant force on the curling circuit. They claimed three tour victories this season, including the prestigious European Curling Championships in November.
Despite their strong form, Switzerland has struggled against Canada’s Team Homan, with Homan holding a commanding 28-9 all-time record over Tirinzoni. This season, Canada has defeated Switzerland four times, including two finals and a round-robin encounter at this championship.
What to Expect
This gold medal clash promises to be a battle of strategy and precision. Canada will look to capitalize on their past dominance over Switzerland, while Tirinzoni’s squad aims to break their losing streak and claim the world title. With both teams displaying top-tier curling throughout the tournament, fans can expect a thrilling contest for the sport’s ultimate prize.
Don’t miss out on the action—tune in to watch Canada and Switzerland battle for curling supremacy!
