Grand Slam of Curling Debuts in South Lake Tahoe
The Grand Slam of Curling has come to the United States for the first time, bringing elite international competition to South Lake Tahoe, California.
On Tuesday, Olympic athletes took to the ice at the newly revamped Tahoe Blue Event Center to begin the round-robin stage of the tournament. Eight teams from the round-robin will advance to the playoffs.
About the Tournament
This premier international curling series showcases the world’s top men’s and women’s teams. Since 2015, the event has offered equal prize money for both divisions, with total winnings exceeding $375,000 this year.
Traditionally held in Canada, this year’s event marks a historic milestone as the first time it is hosted in the United States.
“I’ll tell you this — if the incredible people around Lake Tahoe fill this place, fill the Blue Event Center on Saturday and Sunday, I pledge that we’ll be back here within two years,” said Nic Sulsky, CEO of the Curling Group. “It’s up to the fans around the area.”
Competition Details
- Dates: November 4 – 9
- Teams: 32 elite teams from seven nations
- Participants include Olympic medalists, world champions, and national champions from the United States, Canada, Sweden, Scotland, Switzerland, Japan, and other leading curling nations
- Semifinals: Saturday, November 8
- Championship: Sunday, November 9
The week-long competition promises intense matches as the best in curling vie for the prestigious title and a place in the sport’s history.
Author’s summary: The Grand Slam of Curling made its historic U.S. debut in South Lake Tahoe, featuring world-class teams competing for top honors and equal prize money in a landmark event.
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