For the third consecutive time, Team Canada clinched the silver medal at the World Men’s Curling Championship.
Represented by Team Gushue, Canada displayed a stellar performance throughout the tournament, culminating in an intense final against Sweden’s Niklas Edin. Despite their best efforts, Team Gushue narrowly lost 6-5 in the final showdown on Sunday at the KSS Sports Complex in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.
Both teams had dominated the round-robin phase, emerging as the top contenders for the championship. With Sweden holding the last-stone advantage, the stage was set for a thrilling battle.
Donning their red jerseys and throwing with precision, Team Gushue, led by skip Brad Gushue, vice-skip Mark Nichols, second E.J. Harnden, lead Geoff Walker, and alternate Kyle Doering, started the game with determination. Although Sweden secured an early lead with two points in the second end, Canada fought back, narrowing the gap to 3-2 by the break.
Despite Canada’s efforts to stage a comeback, Sweden maintained control, extending their lead to 5-3 by the eighth end. However, Team Gushue rallied in the final moments, leveling the score at 5-5 heading into the tenth end. In a tense exchange, Sweden ultimately secured the victory with a record-breaking seventh world title.
Reflecting on the defeat, Gushue acknowledged Edin’s remarkable performance, stating, “We forced him into a tough one but credit to him, he made a great shot. No better way to win a world championship.” While disappointed with the outcome, Gushue expressed pride in the team’s achievements, finishing the tournament with a commendable record of 10-2.
Despite falling short of the gold, Team Gushue’s stellar performance has earned them a spot in the upcoming Canadian Curling Trials in November 2025, where they will vie for the opportunity to represent Canada in men’s curling at Milano Cortina 2026. Additionally, their results from this year’s championship will contribute to Olympic qualification alongside next year’s Worlds, highlighting the team’s enduring legacy in the sport.