Summary
Team GB's men's curling team is set to compete against Canada in the Winter Olympics final held in Cortina, Italy. This match is significant because it could end a 102-year wait for Britain to win the men's curling gold medal. The event has drawn attention due to a mix of sport drama, rivalry, and past controversies involving the Canadian team.
Key Facts
- Team GB's men's curling team will compete against Canada in the Olympic final.
- The match takes place in Cortina, Italy, as part of the Winter Olympics.
- Britain's last men's curling gold medal was won in 1924.
- Team GB settled for a silver medal four years ago in Beijing after losing to Sweden.
- In 2014, Team GB lost to Canada in the final, and some of the players are now GB coaches.
- The Canadian team has faced controversies during the current Olympics, involving accusations of cheating.
- The audience interest is high, with 3.4 million viewers for the semi-final against Switzerland.