Switzerland skip Xenia Schwaller, centre, makes a shot against Japan as lead Selina Rychiger, left, and third Selina Gafner sweep at the World Women's Curling Championship in Calgary, Saturday, March 14, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

By The Canadian Press

Switzerland’s Schwaller on a roll in women’s world curling championship

Mar 16, 2026 | 12:04 PM

CALGARY — Switzerland’s Xenia Schwaller has won a third straight game at the women’s world curling championship to improve her record to 3-1.

The 2024 world junior champion’s team defeated Scotland’s Fay Henderson 9-5 in the morning draw at WinSport Event Centre.

Canada’s Kerri Einarson, Japan and Turkey were 3-0 heading into the afternoon draw when Einarson was to face Denmark.

In other games, Sweden dropped to 2-2 following a 9-7 loss to Norway. The United States won its first game with a 7-2 victory over Australia.

The U.S., Australia and Norway were tied at 1-3.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 16, 2026.

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