Major Changes to World Curling Competition Structure
World Curling has confirmed a comprehensive overhaul of its competition structure, set to take effect from the 2026-2027 season.
These changes follow extensive consultation with the Member Associations (MAs) and Athlete Commission over the past 18 months, and aim to enhance global competitions, streamline qualification pathways, and expand opportunities for MAs across all levels of the sport.
- The World Men’s and World Women’s Curling Championships will expand from 13 to 18 teams from the 2026-2027 season.
From the 2026-2030 Olympic cycle, the new structure is expected to bring significant improvements to the sport.
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Author's summary: World Curling overhauls competition structure for 2026-2030.