Curling is a precision sport played on ice, where players slide stones towards a target area which is segmented into four concentric circles. Teams, typically consisting of four players, take turns delivering heavy, polished granite stones across the ice while teammates use brooms to influence the stone’s trajectory and speed by sweeping the ice in its path. The objective is to position the stones closer to the center of the target, known as the “house,” than the opposing team’s stones. Points are awarded based on the proximity of the stones to the center after all stones have been played. Curling is known for its strategic elements, requiring teamwork, skill, and tactical thinking. It originated in Scotland in the 16th century and has become a popular competitive sport worldwide, especially during the Winter Olympics.
The Japan Curling Championships took place in Yokohama with ten competitive teams. Teams competed in a round-robin format to secure spots in the knockout rounds. Loco Solare faced Fortius in…