Sweden defeated Switzerland 6-5 to win women's curling gold
Sweden secured their sixth Olympic gold and 13th curling medal overall
Sweden's team upset top-ranked Canada in the semifinals
Silvana Tirinzoni, at 46, was the oldest competitor in the event
Sweden also won mixed doubles with the first-ever sibling Winter Olympic team
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Sweden's women's curling team, led by Anna Hasselborg, defeated Switzerland's squad captained by Silvana Tirinzoni with a 6-5 score in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy on Sunday, February 22, 2026, securing the gold medal to conclude the curling competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics, further cementing Sweden's status as one of the sport's most successful nations. Following their upset victory over top-ranked Canada in the semifinals, Hasselborg's 12th-ranked Swedish team showcased remarkable resilience in the final. The victory marked Sweden's sixth Olympic gold and 13th medal overall in Olympic curling, placing them second only to Canada, which has seven golds and 14 medals. The Swedish team, consisting of Sara McManus, Agnes Knochenhauer, and Sofia Scharback, celebrated triumphantly on the ice, jumping up and down with a Swedish flag draped over their shoulders after Knochenhauer's crucial play in the 10th end set up Hasselborg's decisive hammer shot. The Swiss team, led by 46-year-old Tirinzoni who was the oldest woman in the competition, settled for silver despite her impressive track record of four world championship golds. Sweden's curling success extended beyond the women's event, as the country also claimed gold in the mixed doubles competition with Isabella and Rasmus Wranå, making them the first-ever sibling team to represent Sweden at the Winter Olympics.
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Olympic Competition, Curling Excellence, International Sportsmanship
Award given to successful competitors at one of the Olympic Games
An Olympic medal is awarded to successful competitors at one of the Olympic Games. There are three classes of medal to be won: gold, silver, and bronze, awarded to first, second, and third place, respectively. The granting of awards is laid out in detail in the Olympic protocols.
Silvana Petra Tirinzoni (born 25 June 1979) is a Swiss curler from Zurich. She is a four-time women's world champion skip (2019, 2021, 2022, 2023) and seven-time Grand Slam champion. She is a former world junior champion and two-time European champion.
Anna Ellinor Hasselborg (born 5 May 1989) is a Swedish curler who is the 2018 Olympic Champion in women's curling and a former World Junior Champion skip. In November 2019, she became the first curler in history to reign as the simultaneous holder of the European Curling Championship gold medal, the...
This article reports on Sweden's victory over Switzerland for the women's curling gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics, cementing Sweden's position as the second most successful nation in Olympic curling history. The win adds to Sweden's legacy in the sport, highlighting their consistent performance on the world stage.
Context & Background
Sweden defeated Switzerland 6-5 in the gold medal match.
Sweden is ranked second only to Canada in total Olympic curling medals.
The Swedish team was skipped by Anna Hasselborg and was ranked 12th globally.
What Happens Next
The conclusion of the curling events at the Milan Cortina Games marks the end of competition for this sport. The athletes and teams will return to their national circuits and begin preparations for future world championships and the next Olympic cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the women's curling gold medal?
Sweden won the women's curling gold medal.
How many Olympic curling medals does Sweden now have?
Sweden now has 13 total Olympic curling medals.
Who did Sweden beat in the semifinals?
Sweden beat top-ranked Canada in the semifinals.
Original Source
Sweden beats Switzerland for gold in women's curling at the Milan Cortina Olympics The Swedish women beat Switzerland for curling gold to conclude the sport’s competition at the Milan Cortina Olympics By ANDREW DAMPF AP sports writer February 22, 2026, 7:51 AM CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy -- When it comes to Olympic curling , Sweden is right behind Canada as the most successful nation in the sport. The Swedish women beat Switzerland for gold to conclude the discipline’s competition at the Milan Cortina Games on Sunday. It was Sweden’s sixth Olympic gold and 13th medal overall in Olympic curling — trailing only Canada (seven golds and 14 medals) in both categories. After upsetting top-ranked Canada in the semifinals, Anna Hasselborg’s Sweden defeated Silvana Tirinzoni’s Switzerland 6-5. Hasselborg’s 12th-ranked team celebrated by jumping up and down on the ice, with a Swedish flag draped over their shoulders. Canada beat the United States for bronze on Saturday. Sweden also won the mixed doubles in Cortina, with Isabella and Rasmus Wranå, the country’s first-ever team of siblings at the Winter Olympics, taking gold. In the men’s competition, Canada’s controversial team swept aside cheating allegations to beat Britain for gold . Popular Reads Nancy Guthrie live updates: More than 1 suspect not ruled out, sheriff's office says Feb 21, 5:31 PM Trump says he has signed order for new 15% tariff after Supreme Court ruling Feb 21, 4:34 PM Nancy Guthrie case: Person released as search for 'armed individual' continues Feb 10, 11:15 PM The other members of Sweden’s team were Sara McManus, Agnes Knochenhauer and Sofia Scharback. Knochenhauer knocked out four Swiss red stones in the 10th end to set up Hasselborg’s decisive hammer shot. At 46, Tirinzoni was the oldest woman in the competition. She added Olympic silver to her four world championship golds. ___ AP Olympics: https://apnews.com/hub/milan-cortina-2026-winter-olympics Related Topics Olympics Sponsored Content by Taboola Po...
