Curling Mixed Doubles

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Did you know that this year was the first year that curling mixed doubles was in the Winter Olympics? Also, curling has been around for quite awhile. Curling mixed doubles is known as the “hip, fast-paced cousin” of curling. Curling also has many famous fans, George Clooney is one of them. The game is also nicknamed as “The Roaring Game”.
Curling was invented in the 16th century Scotland. The earliest stones came from the Stirling and the Perth regions around 1511. The only records are from this year. This year Canada won the gold, Switzerland won the silver, and Norway won the bronze. There is only this year's record because this year is the first year curling mixed doubles was in the Olympics.
Curling mixed doubles is 1 team of 2 players.

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