JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Cory and Korey Curling Show Gives the U.S. Another Shot at Gold.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Gregory, Sean 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the U.S. mixed doubles curling team, composed of Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse, who defeated host Italy 9-8 in a tense semifinal to reach the Olympic gold medal game. This marks the first time an American mixed doubles team has reached the final since the event's 2018 debut, guaranteeing at least a silver medal and making Thiesse the first American woman to win an Olympic curling medal. The article highlights Dropkin's energetic and expressive demeanor, unusual in the typically reserved sport, and Thiesse's clutch performance, particularly her decisive final shot that secured the victory. The U.S. team will face Sweden in the final, aiming for the country's second Olympic curling gold.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2026/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:191482548
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