Sweden Defeats South Korea in Curling World Championship, Eyes Semifinals

Sweden’s women’s curling team secured a crucial 8-7 victory over South Korea at the Curling World Championship in Calgary, propelling them closer to a semifinal berth. The win came after a hard-fought match where South Korea managed to tie the game 7-7 before Sweden clinched the win with the last stone advantage in the deciding end, courtesy of Isabelle Wranå.

Match Recap: Sweden vs. South Korea

Following a previous loss to Japan, Sweden faced a challenging matchup against South Korea, another strong contender in the playoff picture. Sweden initially held a 7-5 lead, but South Korea demonstrated resilience by leveling the score at 7-7. Isabelle Wranå, with the final stone in the extra end, proved decisive, securing the 8-7 win for Sweden.

Current Standings and Playoff Implications

Sweden currently sits fourth in the standings. The top two teams will advance directly to the semifinals, while teams ranked third through sixth will compete in the quarterfinals. Sweden is poised to contend for a playoff spot, with a key match against Turkey scheduled next.

Isabella Wranå: A Rising Star in Curling

Isabelle Marianne Peggy Wranå, born June 22, 1997, is a prominent figure in Swedish curling. She previously captained the Swedish junior women’s team to victory at the 2017 World Junior Curling Championships [Wikipedia]. Wranå also recently achieved Olympic gold in mixed doubles curling at the 2026 Winter Olympics alongside her brother, Rasmus Wranå [Wikipedia].

Recent Successes for Wranå and Team Sweden

Alongside her brother Rasmus Wranå, Isabella Wranå secured a significant victory, winning the gold medal in mixed doubles curling at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics [sedaily.com]. The sibling duo also claimed the 2024 World Championship title before their Olympic triumph.

South Korea’s Olympic Opener

In their opening match at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, South Korea’s mixed doubles team, comprised of Kim Sun-young and Jung Young-seok, suffered a 3-10 defeat against the Wranå siblings [sedaily.com].

Looking Ahead

Sweden will look to continue their momentum with their upcoming match against Turkey, aiming to solidify their position in the top two and secure a direct path to the semifinals. The team’s performance will be closely watched as they navigate the remainder of the championship.