What is curling? Olympic rules, scoring, more

Curling sparks curiosity each Winter Olympics cycle. Learn more about the format, rules, scoring and other elements now.
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What are the Olympic curling events?

Discover the basics of Olympic curling — learn about all events (men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles), rules of play, how ...

Who gets the hammer in curling? Explaining rules, meaning and how it's determined for each end

The team with the final shot at that end is said to have the hammer. Rather than just having teams alternate possession throughout a match, the hammer doesn't automatically switch sides at each end.
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What are the main objectives of Olympic curling?

Uncover the strategic depth of Olympic curling, where precision, teamwork, and mental toughness determine gold. Learn about core tactics, sweeping techniques, team roles, game plans, and how elite ...
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Curling 101: Competition rules, how it works and what to watch for during a game

There are three curling events: the men’s tournament and the women’s tournament, which are identical in format, and mixed doubles. A men’s tournament was contested at the inaugural Olympic Winter ...
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Curling at the Olympics: How does scoring work, and how heavy are the stones?

WASHINGTON — The Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Olympics isn't until Friday, but the competition in Italy officially begins Wednesday with mixed-doubles curling. Every four years, the sport of curling ...