Hosts South Korea secured a dramatic 9-6 victory over China in an extra-end showdown at the World Women’s Curling Championship in Uijeongbu on Monday, maintaining their perfect record with a fourth consecutive win. The tense round-robin match highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, drawing global attention to Asia’s growing prominence in winter sports.
South Korea seized an early 2-0 lead in the third end, but China’s resilience shone as skip Wang Rui delivered a critical three-point shot in the 10th end to force overtime. Despite Wang’s momentum-shifting play, South Korea capitalized on their final stone in the 11th end, securing three decisive points to clinch the victory.
Analysts noted the strategic depth of both teams, with South Korea’s consistency and China’s late-game adaptability underscoring the high stakes of international competition. The result leaves China with a 2-2 record in the tournament, while South Korea solidifies its position as a medal contender.
