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Team Canada skip Kerri Einarson, right, speaks with her teammates lead Karlee Burgess, left, and second Shannon Birchard as they play Turkey at the World Women’s Curling Championship in Calgary on March 18, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
By The Canadian Press

Canada’s Einarson defeats South Korea 8-3 at women’s world curling championship

Mar 19, 2026 | 10:26 AM

CALGARY — Kerri Einarson’s curling team has defeated South Korea 8-3 at the women’s world curling championship.

Canada improved to 8-1 and was to face Norway later in the day at Winsport Event Centre.

The top six teams at the conclusion of pool play Friday advance to playoffs.

The top two gain direct entry into Saturday’s semifinals.

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