Double-Touching Rule
Canada claims men's curling gold despite cheating allegations
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Canada's men's curling team, led by skip Brad Jacobs, defeated Great Britain 9-6 to win gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The victory came amid controversy over double-touching accusations during an earlier match against Sweden. Jacobs addressed critics in a post-event media conference, emphasizing the team's integrity and motivation.
A heated dispute over double-touching rules has overshadowed curling at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, starting with accusations between Canada and Sweden. The incident led to stones being removed from play and prompted temporary changes in officiating protocols. Curlers from various nations have described the uproar as exaggerated, emphasizing the sport's tradition of self-regulation.
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A dispute over double-touching stones has overshadowed curling at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Allegations began with Canada's men's team facing accusations from Sweden, leading to heated exchanges and rule clarifications. The issue expanded to Canada's women and Britain's men, prompting World Curling to adjust umpire protocols mid-tournament.