Canada’s Olympic Day 15: Curling Climaxes and Ski Cross Thrills
Saturday at the Winter Olympics marks a pivotal day for Canadian athletes, with medal opportunities in curling, ski cross, and speed skating. As the Games enter their penultimate day, the pressure mounts for Team Canada to add to its medal count.
Curling: A Nation’s Hope Rides on Homan and Jacobs
All eyes will be on the ice as both Canadian curling teams compete for gold and bronze. Rachel Homan’s women’s team faces the United States in the bronze-medal game at 8:05 a.m. ET, seeking to complete Canada’s medal drought in women’s curling, which dates back to 2014. The team lost to Sweden 6-3 in the semi-final on Friday.
Later in the day, Brad Jacobs’ men’s team will battle Great Britain for the gold medal at 1:05 p.m. ET. Canada hasn’t won an Olympic men’s curling title since Jacobs led a different rink to victory in 2014. They are facing the reigning world champion Team Bruce Mouat.
Ski Cross: Reece Howden Eyes Gold
Reece Howden is a strong contender in the men’s ski cross event, starting with seeding runs at 4 a.m. ET. He currently leads the World Cup standings, having won four of eight events this season. The finals are scheduled for 7:10 a.m. ET, offering a thrilling spectacle for early-morning viewers.
Speed Skating: Blondin Pursues Another Podium
Ivanie Blondin will compete in the women’s speed skating mass start at 9:50 a.m. ET, aiming to build on her silver medal from the 2022 Olympics and her world championship win last year. The final is scheduled for 11:15 a.m. ET.
Beyond the Headlines: A Full Day of Competition
The schedule is packed with other events, including biathlon, bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, figure skating, freestyle skiing, hockey, and ski mountaineering. The men’s 50km mass start cross-country skiing event begins at 5 a.m. ET, while the mixed team aerials finals in freestyle skiing are set for 4:45 a.m. ET.
The Rise of Norway: A Winter Olympics Dominance
Norway continues to dominate the medal standings, sparking curiosity about their success. As of today, February 21st, Norway has won 18 gold medals. The nation’s consistent performance raises questions about its unique approach to winter sports development.
FAQ
Q: When is the women’s curling bronze-medal game?
A: 8:05 a.m. ET on Saturday, February 21st.
Q: Who is Reece Howden competing against in ski cross?
A: The competition begins with seeding runs, followed by elimination rounds leading to the finals.
Q: Has Canada won a medal in women’s curling recently?
A: Canada last won a medal in women’s curling at the 2014 Olympics.
Q: When is the men’s curling gold-medal game?
A: 1:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 21st.
Did you know? Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo of Norway has set a new record for the most gold medals won by a single athlete at a Winter Olympics.
Stay tuned for updates throughout the day as Canada chases more Olympic glory. For detailed schedules and results, visit Sportsnet and The Star.
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