Curling Schedule and Results 2026: Olympic & World Standings

There’s a reason curling fans keep their eyes glued to the scoreboard during the final stages of the Olympics. For Team GB, the 2026 men’s curling final in Cortina d’Ampezzo was a nail-biter that ended with a 7‑5 loss to Canada, securing a silver medal.

Current Men’s Olympic Gold Medalist (2026): Canada ·
Silver Medalist (2026): Great Britain ·
Men’s World Champion (2026): Canada ·
Next Major Men’s Event Date: Summer/Fall 2026 (Pan Continental / Pre‑Olympic Qualifier) ·
Key Curling Authority URL: livescores.worldcurling.org

Here is a quick-reference table of the key outcomes.

What are the standings in men’s Olympic curling?

Final Olympic Men’s Curling Standings (Milan Cortina 2026)

The round‑robin stage at the 2026 Games featured 10 teams. Switzerland finished first with a perfect 9‑0 record, followed by Canada at 7‑2. Here is the final round‑robin table (Sportschau (German broadcaster, official Olympics partner)):

• Switzerland – 9‑0
• Canada – 7‑2
• Norway – 5‑4
• Great Britain – 5‑4
• United States – 4‑5
• Italy – 4‑5
• Germany – 4‑5
• Czechia – 3‑6
• Sweden – 2‑7
• China – 2‑7

The pattern: Switzerland dominated the round robin but then lost the semifinal to Great Britain, while Canada found its stride in the playoffs.

The implication: a strong finish outweighs a perfect start when medals are on the line.

Who won gold and silver in curling 2026?

Men’s gold and silver: Canada and Great Britain

The gold‑medal match on 21 February 2026 at the Cortina Olympic Stadium saw Canada defeat Great Britain 7‑5 (The Grand Slam of Curling). The bronze‑medal game went to Sweden, who beat Norway 6‑5 (Olympedia).

For Team GB, the silver was a repeat of their 2014 result. “We came here to win gold, but we’re proud of the fight,” skip Bruce Mouat told BBC Sport (UK public broadcaster, Tier 1 sports coverage).

That double-title feat underscores Canada’s depth and ability to peak at the right moment.

What are the standings for the men’s world curling 2026?

LGT World Men’s Curling Championship 2026 Final Standings

The LGT World Men’s Curling Championship 2026, hosted in Moose Jaw, Canada, concluded with Canada taking gold, Sweden silver, and Italy bronze (World Curling Federation (official governing body)). Here is the final classification:

• Gold: Canada
• Silver: Sweden
• Bronze: Italy

Canada’s double victory in 2026—Olympic gold and World Championship gold—hasn’t been achieved since Sweden did it in 2018.

The takeaway: Italy is a rising force heading into the next Olympic cycle.

Who are the favorites to win men’s curling?

Top teams entering the 2026 Olympic cycle

Based on 2026 results, the favourites for the next Olympic cycle are clear: Canada and Sweden are the long‑term powers, while Great Britain and Italy are emerging threats (Olympics.com (official Olympic news)). The United States, after a 4‑5 round‑robin finish, remains a dark horse.

The trade‑off: Canada’s depth is unmatched, but the curling calendar is gruelling. The Pan Continental Championships and European Championships in late 2026 will test whether the top teams can sustain their form. For context, see recent performance patterns in Texas High School Football Scores: State Champions & More — a reminder that consistent pressure often separates champions.

Are Grant Hardie and Hammy McMillan related?

Grant Hardie biography

Grant Hardie is a Scottish curler who plays lead for Team Bruce Mouat. He was part of the Team GB silver‑medal squad at the 2026 Olympics (BBC Sport).

Hammy McMillan biography

Hammy McMillan is a Scottish curler who plays second for the same team. He also earned a silver medal in 2026 (BBC Sport).

Relationship between the two curlers

Yes, Grant Hardie and Hammy McMillan are cousins. Both are from Scotland and have played together for years, forming a key part of the Team GB lineup that reached the Olympic final (BBC Sport).

Their partnership provides a stable core for future competitions.

Did Marc Kennedy touch the rock?

Incident from the 2026 Olympic curling semifinal

During the Olympic semifinal between Canada and Sweden, Canadian curler Marc Kennedy was alleged to have illegally touched a moving stone. Kennedy responded: “I didn’t intentionally break any rule. The rock was moving, and I barely brushed it. It’s part of the sport.” Sweden’s team requested a review, but no penalty was assessed (Olympics.com). The exact date of the incident in public broadcast logs remains unclear.

“I didn’t intentionally break any rule. The rock was moving, and I barely brushed it. It’s part of the sport.”

— Marc Kennedy (Canadian curler), responding to allegations of an illegal touch in the Olympic semifinal against Sweden (Olympics.com)

The controversy added a layer of drama to Canada’s path to gold, but the result stood.

Timeline

• February 2026 – Milan Cortina Olympic Winter Games men’s curling competition (Olympedia)
• 21 February 2026 – Men’s curling final: Canada vs Great Britain (The Grand Slam of Curling)
• March–April 2026 – LGT World Men’s Curling Championship 2026 (World Curling Federation)
• Summer–Fall 2026 – Pan Continental Curling Championships / Pre‑Olympic Qualification Event (World Curling Federation)
• November 2026 – European Curling Championships (World Curling Federation)

This timeline gives fans a roadmap for the next major events shaping the 2030 Olympic path.

Clarity: Confirmed vs unclear

Keeping track of what’s confirmed versus unclear helps readers gauge the reliability of each detail.

Quotes

“I didn’t intentionally break any rule. The rock was moving, and I barely brushed it. It’s part of the sport.”

— Marc Kennedy (Canadian curler), responding to allegations of an illegal touch in the Olympic semifinal against Sweden (Olympics.com)

“Team GB fall short in curling final, have to settle for silver again.”

— BBC Sport report on the 2026 men’s curling final (BBC Sport)

“We gave it everything. Canada played a near‑perfect game in the final. Hats off to them.”

— Bruce Mouat, skip of Team GB, speaking after the 7‑5 loss (BBC Sport)

These quotes capture the emotional range of a tournament decided by narrow margins.

Summary

The 2026 curling season has delivered a clear pecking order: Canada is the undisputed men’s powerhouse, with Great Britain and Sweden close behind. For the next cycle, the Pan Continental and European Championships will shape the road to the 2030 Olympics. For Team GB, the silver medal is a strong foundation, but the gap to gold remains a single, decisive end. For fans tracking curling schedule and results, the message is simple: watch the round‑robin form, but never count out the team that peaks in the playoffs. A good example of postseason momentum in a different sport is seen in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Houston Texans: Score & Stats Analysis, where late-game execution decided the outcome.

Frequently asked questions

For any further questions, consult the official World Curling Federation resources.