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Curling faces double-touching scandal at 2026 Winter Olympics

February 16, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

A heated dispute over alleged double-touching in a men's curling match between Canada and Sweden has sparked controversy at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The incident led to rule clarifications, increased officiating, and subsequent violations called on players from Canada and Great Britain. World Curling has since adjusted its monitoring protocols amid debates on sportsmanship and technology.