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Gushue and Jacobs set up Brier playoff showdown after Friday wins
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Brad Gushue of Newfoundland and Labrador and Brad Jacobs of Team Canada advanced to a crucial elimination playoff at the 2026 Montana's Brier after rebounding from earlier losses on Friday. Gushue defeated Ontario's Jayden King 12-6, while Jacobs beat Manitoba's Braden Calvert 7-3 in evening qualifiers at the Mary Brown's Centre in St. John's. The winner of Saturday's "Battle of the Brads" will advance to Sunday's semifinal.
The Tim Hortons Brier in St. John’s wrapped up with high drama, playoff battles featuring Kevin Koe and Matt Dunstone, and a heartfelt tribute to retiring legend Brad Gushue. After a strong start and navigating Olympic backlash in the sport, the event highlighted personal stories and competitive intensity.
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As the 2026 Montana's Brier unfolds in St. John's, Jayden King cements his place in history as the tournament's first Black skip, while Sitaye Penney and her championship U Sports team are honored, highlighting curling's push for greater diversity.
The 2026 Brier begins Friday in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, marking the last Canadian men's curling championship for decorated skip Brad Gushue. The 45-year-old, a six-time national champion and Olympic medallist, anticipates a mix of performance pressure and hometown emotions. Defending champions led by Brad Jacobs arrive fresh off Olympic gold.
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Les Wildcats du Kentucky ont surmonté un déficit à la mi-temps pour battre les n°22 St. John's 78-66 lors du CBS Sports Classic samedi. Jayden Quaintance a fait ses débuts en saison après s'être remis d'une déchirure du LCA, inscrivant 10 points et 7 rebonds depuis le banc. Cette victoire porte le bilan du Kentucky à 8-4 sous l'entraîneur Mark Pope.