Canada’s Kadriana and Colton Lott clinched bronze at the World Mixed Doubles Championship on May 2, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland. This victory is particularly significant as it marks Canada’s first medal at this championship since 2019. After suffering a tough semifinal loss, their triumph against Italy’s Stefania Constantini and Amos Mosaner with a decisive score of 11-3 represents a remarkable comeback.
Before this moment, expectations were high for Team Lott. They entered the championship with aspirations of gold but faced disappointment in the semifinals. However, everything changed dramatically during the match for bronze.
The decisive moment came in the sixth end when Canada executed a power play that resulted in four points scored—an impressive feat that shifted the momentum entirely. Their shooting accuracy was strikingly high at 89 percent compared to Italy’s 65 percent, showcasing their skill on this international stage.
This win not only adds to Colton Lott’s achievements—it’s his second international medal of the season—but also marks Kadriana Lott’s first-ever world curling medal. “I said to Colton again this morning, let’s get that medal… you never know when you’re going to be back,” Kadriana reflected on their journey.
That context matters because it highlights how competitive international curling can be. The Lott siblings’ determination paid off amidst pressure from formidable opponents like Italy.
Czechia also made headlines by defeating Latvia 4-1 to win bronze at the U-18 Men’s World Championship—a reminder of how nations are vying for recognition on multiple fronts in sports. Czechia’s previous three bronze medals before this one underscore their consistent performance since 2005.
Latvia achieved its best finish by securing fourth place, a notable accomplishment considering they have only one major IIHF competition medal—a bronze from the 2023 Men’s World Championship.
Colton expressed pride not just in winning but in sharing these moments with his sister: “There are no words that can describe this feeling right now… just super proud of Kadriana.” Their bond strengthens as they continue to chase further successes together.
This championship serves as both a milestone for Team Lott and an inspiration for aspiring curlers. As they celebrate their victory, they also look forward to future competitions where they can build on this momentum and perhaps aim for even greater heights.
