Olympic Women’s Curling Standings: A Deep Dive into the Competition

The excitement is building as the round robin stage of the women’s curling competition at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games nears its conclusion. With playoff spots on the line, let’s break down which nations are poised to contend for a medal. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, with the first and fourth-place teams facing off in one semifinal, and the second and third-place teams battling in the other. Several teams have already secured their place, while others are fiercely competing for the remaining opportunities.

Current Standings and Team Analysis

Here’s a look at how the teams stack up as we head into the final days of round robin play:

Tier 1: The Frontrunners

• Switzerland (7-0): Yannick Schwaller’s team from Geneva has been nothing short of dominant. Their consistent performance, marked by decisive victories, has established them as a clear favourite for gold. They lead the field in team shooting percentage (89.6%) and boast top-ranked players at each position. Switzerland hasn’t secured gold in women’s curling since the Nagano 1998 Olympic Winter Games, and they’re determined to change that.

Tier 2: Strong Contenders

• Canada (6-1): The Canadian team, representing the Glencoe Club in Calgary, clinched a playoff berth with a convincing 9-5 win over Great Britain. Brad Jacobs’ rink has demonstrated exceptional skill and strategic play, with a team shooting percentage of 87.5%.

Tier 3: In the Hunt

• Italy (4-3): The home team, fueled by enthusiastic local support, secured a crucial 8-5 victory over the United States. Joël Retornaz’s team faces a challenging path to the playoffs, needing strong performances against top-ranked opponents.
• Norway (4-3): Magnus Ramsfjell’s squad pulled off a significant upset against Great Britain, but stumbled against Sweden. Their remaining schedule includes matches against Switzerland and Canada, making their playoff hopes precarious.

Tier 4: Facing Uphill Battles

• United States (4-4): The U.S. team suffered setbacks on Tuesday, but remains in contention. They’ll need favourable results from other matches to secure a playoff spot.
• Great Britain (4-4): The No. 1-ranked team in the world has experienced a disappointing run, with three consecutive losses. Their playoff chances depend on the performance of Norway and Italy.
• Germany (3-5): Marc Muskatewitz’s rink showed promise with a win over Sweden, but a subsequent loss to Czechia has dampened their playoff aspirations.
• China (2-5): Despite a slow start, China has secured back-to-back wins, keeping their faint playoff hopes alive.
• Sweden (2-6): The defending gold medallists have struggled throughout the event, and their chances of making the playoffs are slim.
• Czechia (1-6): Representing Czechia for the first time in Olympic curling, Lukáš Klíma’s team secured a historic win over Germany, but faces a difficult road ahead.

Key Matchups to Watch

The remaining games promise intense competition. The matchups between Italy and Canada, and Norway and Switzerland, will be particularly crucial in determining the final playoff lineup. The pressure is on as teams battle for a chance to compete for Olympic glory.

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