The Danish Women’s Curling Team Secures First Victory at European Championships
The Danish women’s curling team secured their first victory at the European Championships in Finland after suffering defeats in the first two matches.
Victory Over Norway
Facing Norway, ranked tenth in the world, the Danish women’s team emerged victorious with a resounding 11-4 win.
Team Composition
The Danish team at the European Championships is led by the experienced skipper Madeleine Dupont, supported by her sister Denise Dupont, Mathilde Halse, and My Larsen. Jasmin Holtermann serves as the reserve player.
Match Recap
- Denmark was trailing 3-4 after the fourth end, but a strong performance in the sixth and seventh ends saw them take a comfortable lead.
- In the eighth and final end, Denmark sealed the victory with two additional points, leading to Norway conceding the match.
Tournament Performance
The Danish team opened the tournament with a 2-4 loss to Switzerland and followed it up with a narrow 9-10 defeat against Scotland.
Next, Denmark will face Hungary on Monday morning as they aim to bounce back from their initial setbacks.
Tournament Format
With ten teams competing at the European Championships, each team will play nine group stage matches against all the other participants. The top four teams from the group stage will advance to the semifinals.
Conclusion
The Danish women’s curling team displayed resilience and determination as they secured their first victory at the European Championships, setting the stage for a potential comeback in the tournament.
FAQs
What is the next match for the Danish women’s curling team?
The Danish women’s curling team will face Hungary in their next match at the European Championships.
How many teams are participating in the tournament?
A total of ten teams are competing in the European Championships, with each team playing nine group stage matches.