Team Canada Eyes Curling Gold, Hockey Semifinal Looms at Milano Cortina 2026

Milano Cortina 2026 is heating up as Canadian athletes compete for Olympic glory. Friday’s schedule features crucial matchups in women’s curling and men’s hockey, alongside compelling events in speedskating and beyond.

Homan and Team Canada Advance in Curling

Rachel Homan and her Ottawa-based rink have secured a spot in the medal round of women’s curling after a remarkable comeback. The Canadians won five consecutive matches to clinch the final playoff berth, defeating South Korea 10-7 on Thursday.

cbc.ca“The outcome is a big check mark,” said Canadian coach Heather Nedohin.

Homan, aiming for the one major title that has eluded her legendary career – Olympic gold – will face Sweden’s Anna Hasselborg in the semifinal at 8:05 a.m. ET. The Swedes enter the semifinal with a 7-2 record, having suffered losses to both South Korea and Canada.

Men’s Hockey Faces Tough Test Against Finland

The Canadian men’s hockey team will take on Finland in a highly anticipated semifinal matchup at 10:40 a.m. ET. This comes after a thrilling overtime victory against Czechia in the quarterfinals.

Other Events to Watch

• Courtney Sarault (Women’s 1,500m Short-Track Speedskating): Sarault has already earned four medals at these Olympics and has the opportunity to tie a Canadian single-Games record.
• Canadian Men’s Short-Track Speedskating Team (5,000m Relay): Steven Dubois returns to the track after winning gold in the 500 metres.
• Biathlon: Men’s 15km mass start at 8:15 a.m.
• Bobsleigh: Two-woman Heat 1 (noon) and Heat 2 (1:50 p.m.)
• Freestyle Skiing: Various events including ski cross and aerials qualifications and finals.

Full Schedule (All Times Eastern)

• Team Rachel Homan (women’s curling, semifinal vs. Sweden): 8:05 a.m.
• Canadian men’s hockey team (semifinal vs. Finland): 10:40 a.m.
• Courtney Sarault (women’s 1,500m short-track speedskating): 2:15-4 p.m.
• Canadian men’s short-track speedskating team (5,000m relay finals): 3:18 p.m.

Did You Know?

Rachel Homan has won almost every major curling title, but Olympic gold remains the elusive prize.

FAQ

When is the women’s curling semifinal?

The semifinal between Canada and Sweden is at 8:05 a.m. ET on Friday.

Who does the Canadian men’s hockey team play in the semifinal?

Canada faces Finland in the semifinal at 10:40 a.m. ET.

How many medals has Courtney Sarault won so far?

Courtney Sarault has won four medals at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics.

Canada continues to showcase its athletic prowess on the world stage. Stay tuned for further updates as these athletes compete for Olympic glory.