China’s Epic Curling Battle Ends in a Close 7-6 Loss to Japan
Hey sports fans! 🥌
At the World Men’s Curling Championship in Moose Jaw, Canada, China and Japan had an exciting showdown on the ice! The game was super close, and in the end, Japan just edged out China with a final score of 7-6.
A Tight Start
Both teams were on fire from the beginning! 🔥 After the first three rounds, called “ends” in curling, the score was tied at 1-1. It was clear that this was going to be a nail-biter!
Japan Takes the Lead
In the fourth end, Japan had the advantage, known as the “hammer” (which means they get to throw the last stone). China’s team captain, or “skip,” Xu Xiaoming, tried his best, but his stone didn’t land where he wanted. Japan took this chance to score two points, pulling ahead.
China Fights Back
But China wasn’t giving up! In the seventh end, they scored two points, narrowing the gap. The excitement kept building as both teams showed amazing skills.
An Epic Finish
In the ninth end, China made a fantastic play and scored three points, tying the game at 6-6! The crowd was on the edge of their seats! 😲
However, in the final end, Japan managed to score one more point, winning the game 7-6. What an incredible match!
What’s Next?
Even though China lost this game, they played brilliantly and are currently in fifth place with 6 wins and 4 losses. There are still two more matches to go, and anything can happen! Go Team China! 🇨🇳
Reference(s):
China handed narrow 7-6 loss by Japan in World Curling Championship
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