World Curling has published a feature on Kim Jiwon Catalina's journey from watching the sport on television to serving as an Olympic timer. The article appeared on February 8, 2026, amid the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
The World Curling website released an article titled "Kim Jiwon Catalina: From TV fan to Olympic timer" on February 8, 2026, at 14:39:58 UTC. It spotlights Catalina's transition to an official role in the Olympic curling events.
This feature coincides with key developments in the mixed doubles curling competition at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. On February 8, four teams advanced to the semi-finals. Switzerland ended Great Britain’s round robin winning streak. Czechia and the Republic of Korea each claimed their second victories in the tournament.
The previous day, February 7, the Republic of Korea secured their first win of the Milano Cortina 2026 Games, prevailing in an extra end. These results highlight the competitive intensity of the curling events, providing context for Catalina's involvement as a timer.
