Two members of Team USA from Duluth, including Cory Thiesse, defeated Italy to advance to the Olympic curling final. The victory ensures Thiesse will become the first American woman to earn an Olympic medal in curling. The gold medal game is scheduled for Tuesday at 11 a.m. CST.
**Why this matters**
This achievement marks a historic milestone for U.S. women’s curling, highlighting the progress and competitiveness of the sport at the international level. It also brings increased attention to curling in the United States ahead of future Olympic events.
Source: NewsData