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Curling World Championship

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description Curling World Championship Overview

The World Curling Championship is an annual international tournament organized by the World Curling Federation to determine the top national teams in the sport. The men's competition was first held in 1959, with the women's event formally joining the format in later years. National teams qualify through regional events to compete in a round-robin stage, followed by a page playoff system to decide the gold medalists. The championship is the premier global event for competitive curling outside of the Winter Olympics.

help Curling World Championship FAQ

Who organizes the World Curling Championship?

The World Curling Championship is organized by the World Curling Federation. It brings national teams together to determine the world champion in curling.

When was the men's World Curling Championship first held?

The men's competition was first held in 1959. The women's event joined the championship structure later.

Do men and women have separate World Curling Championships?

Yes. The championship has separate men's and women's competitions, alongside other international curling events organized under the World Curling Federation.

What does a national team win at the World Curling Championship?

A team wins the world title for its country. The event is an international tournament based on curling games between national sides rather than professional club teams.