After a disappointing loss at the World Men’s Curling Championship, Canadian skip Brad Gushue is reflecting on what went wrong and looking towards the future.
Gushue and his team from St. John’s, Newfoundland were considered strong contenders for the title, having won the championship in 2017 and finishing second in 2018. However, their hopes were dashed when they were defeated by Switzerland’s Yannick Schwaller in the quarter-finals.
The game was a close one, with both teams tied at 5-5 after 10 ends. However, Schwaller’s team managed to score two points in the extra end, securing their spot in the semi-finals and sending Gushue’s team home.
In a post-game interview, Gushue admitted that his team didn’t play their best and made some costly mistakes. He also acknowledged that Schwaller’s team played a strong game and deserved the win.
Despite the loss, Gushue remains optimistic and is already looking ahead to next year’s championship. He believes that his team has the potential to bounce back and come back even stronger.
This loss marks the end of a successful season for Gushue and his team, who won the Tim Hortons Brier earlier this year. They also had a strong showing at the Champions Cup, finishing as runners-up.
Gushue’s team will now shift their focus to the upcoming Olympic trials, where they will compete for a chance to represent Canada at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Gushue has already represented Canada at the Olympics twice, winning gold in 2006 and finishing fourth in 2018.
The World Men’s Curling Championship was held in Calgary, Alberta, with strict COVID-19 protocols in place. Despite the challenges, Gushue and his team were grateful for the opportunity to compete and are proud of their performance.
Gushue also took the time to thank his fans and supporters, who have been cheering them on throughout the season. He hopes to make them proud in the upcoming Olympic trials and bring home another gold medal for Canada.
In the end, Gushue’s loss at the World Men’s Curling Championship serves as a learning experience and motivation for his team to come back stronger and reclaim their title in the future. With their determination and skill, there’s no doubt that Gushue and his team will continue to be top contenders in the world of curling.
