Jocelyn Peterman is gearing up for the inaugural match of the Olympic Mixed Doubles Curling event. She, along with her husband Brent Gallant, will represent Canada against Czechia’s duo Julie Zelingrová and Vít Chabičovský. This event is part of the Winter Olympics set to begin in Milano Cortina 2026.
Opening Match Details
The mixed doubles curling competition starts on Wednesday at 1:05 p.m. ET (10:05 a.m. PT), just two days prior to the official opening ceremony. Fans can catch the action live on CBC Gem and Sportsnet+.
Path to the Olympics
Peterman and Gallant earned their Olympic spot by winning the Olympic mixed doubles trials in January 2025. They edged out Rachel Homan and Brendan Bottcher in a close match that ended 8-7. This victory marks Canada’s first participation in the mixed doubles event at the upcoming Games.
Previous Experience and Achievements
This duo has participated in three world mixed doubles championships, winning a silver medal in 2019. However, they finished outside the podium in the 2022 and 2025 competitions. Their journey in mixed doubles began in 2016 at the Canadian mixed doubles championship.
History of Olympic Mixed Doubles Curling
- 2018: Canada secured gold with Kaitlyn Lawes and John Morris.
- 2022: Homan and Morris finished without entering the playoffs.
- 2026: Peterman and Gallant hope to improve Canada’s standing in the sport.
Upcoming Competitions
Following the mixed doubles event, Gallant will also compete in the Olympic men’s curling event with Team Brad Jacobs. After Milano Cortina, the team will head to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, for the Brier tournament.
Competition Landscape
Several formidable teams are considered medal contenders in the mixed doubles competition. Italy’s Stefania Constantini and Amos Mosaner, the reigning Olympic champions, are looking to defend their title. Other contenders include:
- Jennifer Dodds and Bruce Mouat from Great Britain, silver medallists at the last world championships.
- Marie Kaldvee and Harri Lill from Estonia, who previously defeated Peterman and Gallant.
- Kristin Skaslien and Magnus Nedregotten from Norway, silver medallists in 2022.
- Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin from the USA, the 2023 world champions.
As anticipation builds for the Tokyo 2026 Games, the mixed doubles curling event promises to deliver thrilling matches and memorable moments.
