Winter Olympics 2026: Four men, one aim - to end 102-year wait for curling gold
BBC World
February 20, 2026
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Team GB’s curling quartet—Bruce Mouat, Grant Hardie, Hammy McMillan, and Bobby Lammie—are on the brink of history as they face Canada in the final of the 2026 Winter Olympics. This marks a remarkable journey for the team, which has grown from relative obscurity to成为the world’s top curling force. After a near miss at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, Team Mouat has dominated the sport, winning two World Championships and a record 12 Grand Slam titles. Their success is not just about skill but also about their unique chemistry, built on trust, honesty, and adaptability.
The team’s story begins nearly nine years ago when they came together with a shared goal: to win an Olympic gold medal. Despite being from different parts of Scotland, the quartet formed a bond that has been key to their success. Mouat, known for his calm leadership, Hardie as a strategic tactician, McMillan for his liveliness and energy, and Lammie for his quiet reliability have each brought distinct strengths to the table. Their ability to adapt and innovate—such as reinventing the role of a sweeper into a critical part of the game—has set them apart.
Team GB’s journey is not just about sports; it’s a story of perseverance and unity. After a challenging round-robin stage at Cortina, they’ve fought back with renewed focus to reach the final. Their success has captured the nation’s attention,
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Originally published on BBC World on 2/20/2026