In a thrilling day at the Uijeongbu Arena during the LGT World Women’s Curling Championship, Canada experienced a rollercoaster of emotions, going 1-1 against South Korea and Norway.

In the early match, South Korea's Eunji Gim delivered a stellar performance, leading her team to a stunning 11-7 victory over the Canadian squad led by skip Rachel Homan. The Ottawa-based rink, which includes esteemed players Tracy Fleury, Emma Miskew, and Sarah Wilkes, fought hard but struggled to convert critical opportunities during the match. Homan acknowledged, “We just didn’t capitalize on our opportunities, and the game was real close.”

Post-match standings were revealing, with Gim's team solidifying its position in the championship, holding second place with a record of 7-1, while Homan's rink found themselves in a tie with Sweden’s Anna Hasselborg at 6-2. Switzerland’s Silvana Tirinzoni maintained an impressive unbeaten streak at 8-0. The top six teams will advance to the weekend's playoff round, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the tournament.

In the second match of the day, Canada rebounded with an 8-6 win over Norway’s Marianne Roervik. The game was marked by strategic plays and last-minute heroics. After a tense ninth end where Norway executed a stunning tapback through a narrow port, they managed to tie the game. However, Homan secured victory with a well-placed hit in the tenth end, marking a significant milestone as her 100th international game representing Canada. With a newfound determination, Homan joked, “If only I was 100-0,” as her record improved to 80-20.

The Canadian team, while pleased with their victory against Norway, was still processing the earlier loss to South Korea. Vice-skip Tracy Fleury reflected on the match against Gim, emphasizing the need for improvement in their game strategy, rock placement, and management. As the championship progresses, every detail will count.

As the tournament continues, Canada is set to face strong competitors, with matches against Switzerland and Japan’s Sayaka Yoshimura (currently holding a 3-5 record) on the horizon. Curling enthusiasts and fans alike are on the edge of their seats, anticipating how the rest of the round-robin play will unfold. Will Canada reclaim dominance as they aim for a spot in the playoffs? Stay tuned for thrilling updates from the world of women’s curling!