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Einarson Powers Canada Into World Final to Face Switzerland

Einarson pursues a first world crown against a Swiss team riding 11 straight wins.

Overview

  • Canada's Kerri Einarson defeated Japan 11-3 in the semifinal in Calgary, with Japan conceding after eight ends.
  • The gold-medal game is Sunday against Switzerland's Xenia Schwaller, who topped the round-robin at 11-1.
  • Switzerland reached the final by beating Sweden 8-5 and carries an 11-game winning streak into the title match.
  • Canada led 7-2 after five ends in the semi and outshot Japan 85 percent to 60, with lead Karlee Burgess shooting 100 percent.
  • The Einarson rink from Gimli, Manitoba seeks a first world championship after bronze finishes in 2022 and 2023.