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The 2024 World Women's Curling Championship (branded as the 2024 BKT Tires World Women's Curling Championship for sponsorship reasons) was held March 16 to 24 at Centre 200 in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada. It was the first World Women's Championship held in Nova Scotia and the third held in Atlantic Canada with the 1999 and 2014 championships taking place in Saint John, New Brunswick.The format for the Championship featured a thirteen team round robin. The top six teams qualified for the playoff round where the top two teams received a bye while the remaining four played in the qualification round to qualify for the semifinals. Summary On Day 2, New Zealand, skipped by Jessica Smith, won their first ever game at the Women's World Championships, beating Scotland 8–6.In Draw 11, Canada, skipped by Rachel Homan ended Switzerland's 42 game winning streak at the World Championships. Canada defeated the Swiss, who were skipped by four-time defending champion Silvana Tirinzoni, 8–5. Switzerland had not lost a game since the 2021 Worlds. The Homan rink had gone into the game on a 21 game winning steak of their own, dating back over two months.Following their Draw 14 defeat of Turkey (skipped by Dilşat Yıldız), Canada became the first country to secure a playoff spot.On March 21, the remaining five teams clinched playoff berths, beginning with Italy (skipped by Stefania Constantini) in Draw 15 in the morning, following a 10–2 win over Norway (Marianne Rørvik). In Draw 16 in the afternoon, Switzerland clinched a berth after beating Denmark (skipped by Madeleine Dupont) 9–1. Draw 17, played in the evening saw South Korea (Gim Eun-ji), Sweden (Anna Hasselborg) and Denmark clinch the remaining three berths.With victories in Draw 19, Canada and Switzerland secured the top two spots and direct byes to the semifinals. In Draw 20, Italy secured third place by defeating Japan (skipped by Miyu Ueno), placing South Korea fourth, Sweden fifth and Denmark sixth.In the playoffs, South Korea beat Sweden 6–3 and Italy downed Denmark 7–4 in the qualification games. In the semifinals, Korea lost to Canada 9–7 and Italy lost to Switzerland 6–3. The Canada–Korea game as a close affair, with Korea leading 7–6 heading into the 10th end. Canada skip Rachel Homan made a "brilliant double" on her first, which was followed by a partially missed draw by Korean skip Gim Eun-ji which Homan removed for the win. The Switzerland–Italy game was also fairly close, with Swiss last-thrower Alina Pätz having to make a double on her last rock of the game for the win. With their wins, the top two seeded teams Canada, and Switzerland would face off for the gold medal, while Korea played Italy for the bronze. It was the first time since 2018 that Canada made it to the final, while Switzerland attempted to win their fifth straight championship.In the final, Canada started off by making some small mistakes, and were outplayed by Switzerland early on. The team were forced to one with the hammer in the first end, and second Emma Miskew rolled out of the house with a hit in the second, followed later in the end by a missed freeze-attempt by Homan, resulting in a deuce for the Swiss. After Canada was forced to another single in the third, Homan's last rock in the fourth undercurled allowing Pätz to make a double to score two, handing Switzerland a 4–2 lead. However, Pätz made two mistakes of her own in the fifth, and was heavy on both her draws, allowing Canada to score two to tie the game at 4 heading into the break. The next two ends would be blanked, which was followed by an eighth end with lots of rocks in play. Canada third Tracy Fleury made a hit and roll frozen to a rock on the button, and on her last, Homan made a hit to sit four. This forced Pätz to draw for a single to take a 5–4 lead. In the ninth end, Homan made two stellar shots. On her first, she made a "rocket double" to sit three. Pätz replied with a double of her own, resulting in Canada lying one. Homan opted to try a split on her last to score three, bringing a rock in the top 12 further into the house to out-count a Swiss rock, while rolling her shooter to out count the rock as well. Homan made the shot, giving Canada a two point lead heading into the 10th and final end. In the 10th, Switzerland conceded before throwing their last rock as they did not have any potential shots to tie the game, handing Homan and Miskew their second world championships, and giving Fleury and Canada lead Sarah Wilkes their first world titles.South Korea won the bronze medal, after defeating Italy 6–3. Qualification Thirteen curling federations qualified to participate in the 2024 World Women's Curling Championship. Of note, Germany failed to qualify for the championship for the first time since 2005. Estonia and New Zealand made their second appearances while Turkey qualified for their third straight Worlds. Teams The teams were as follows: WCF ranking Year to date World Curling Federation order of merit ranking for each team prior to the event. Round robin standings Final Round Robin Standings Round robin results All draw times are listed in Atlantic Time (UTC−03:00). Draw 1 Saturday, March 16, 2:00 pm Draw 2 Saturday, March 16, 7:00 pm Draw 3 Sunday, March 17, 9:00 am Draw 4 Sunday, March 17, 2:00 pm Draw 5 Sunday, March 17, 7:00 pm Draw 6 Monday, March 18, 9:00 am Draw 7 Monday, March 18, 2:00 pm Draw 8 Monday, March 18, 7:00 pm Draw 9 Tuesday, March 19, 9:00 am Draw 10 Tuesday, March 19, 2:00 pm Draw 11 Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 pm Draw 12 Wednesday, March 20, 9:00 am Draw 13 Wednesday, March 20, 2:00 pm Draw 14 Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 pm Draw 15 Thursday, March 21, 9:00 am Draw 16 Thursday, March 21, 2:00 pm Draw 17 Thursday, March 21, 7:00 pm Draw 18 Friday, March 22, 9:00 am Draw 19 Friday, March 22, 2:00 pm Draw 20 Friday, March 22, 7:00 pm Playoffs Qualification Games Saturday, March 23, 11:00 am Semifinals Saturday, March 23, 5:00 pm Bronze medal game Sunday, March 24, 11:00 am Final Sunday, March 24, 5:00 pm Statistics Player percentages Final Round Robin Percentages Perfect games Minimum 10 shots thrown Awards The awards and all-star team are as follows: All-Star Team Fourth: Rachel Homan, Canada Third: Sara McManus, Sweden Second: Emma Miskew, Canada Lead: Carole Howald, SwitzerlandFrances Brodie Sportsmanship Award Angela Romei, ItalyFinal standings National playdowns 2024 Scotties Tournament of Hearts 2024 Japan Curling Championships 2023 Korean Curling Championships 2024 United States Women's Curling ChampionshipNotes References . 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  • Wanting Happily Ever After synopsis, comments

    Wanting Happily Ever After

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    He’s her best friend. She’s holding on to an old hurt. Will guarding her heart keep her from the one thing that can heal her for good?      A young widow with a chil...

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    Hers to Take

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    Her family or her heart? She made the wrong choice once before. Can she survive it a second time?    From the moment Nash lays eyes on the curvy, sassy shebear, he knows ...

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    Summer of Change

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    He's used to getting what he wants. And he wants her. Successful, handsome and too damn charming for his own goodhe's perfect. The only problem? Letting him in could destroy ever...

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    Goodbye Gifts

    Elena Aitken

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    Paradise is the perfect place to hide, but can a troubled past ever be left behind? A change of scenery is just what Heather Holt needs when her marriage falls apart, and what bett...

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    Midnight Springs

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    She needs his help.  He has nothing to lose.  Except his heart.    Known for his tasty dishes, and his even spicier personality, Executive Chef, Jax Carver's st...

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    His to Defend

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    All We Never Knew

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    Secret Gifts

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    If partyboy Gage Mitchell doesn't shape up, he'll lose the acting role of a lifetime, and with it, the only means he has to help his family. PR rep, Megan Powers has only one jobke...

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    Love in the Moment

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    The series that readers are calling, "touching, funny, sweet and gutwrenching all mixed together." By USA Today Bestselling Author, Elena Aitken!   She can’t get ove...

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    Unexpected Endings

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    ~A Castle Mountain Lodge Romance Short Story~ Return to the beautiful, rustic and romantic Castle Mountain Lodge and catch up with Andi and Colin who prove that sometimes Unexpecte...

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    Shelter by the Sea

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    He’s determined to leave his past behind. She’s committed to a new and better future. But a guarded heart and an inability to trust may be too much to overcome, even in paradise. C...

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    The Springs Collection

    Elena Aitken

    Slip into the Springs! Fall in love with the people of Cedar Springs. Nestled in a mountain valley on the edge of a crystal clear lake, a ski hill up the road, and an exclusive ...

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    Return to Vegas

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    Five years after being reunited in Las Vegas, Lexi and Leo have settled into domestic bliss.  Or have they?  Lexi would never dream of keeping anything from Leo, but she ...

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    Hidden Gifts

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    Hidden in the Sand

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    A smalltown girl with trust issues.  A Hollywood super star with one hell of a reputation. A picture perfect ending? Or will it be nothing but trouble in Paradise?   As H...

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    Hers for the Season

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    When attraction puts everythingand everyoneat risk, the choice is simple…    Living her life surrounded by Grizzly shifters hasn’t been easy for Bree because of...

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    Promised Gifts

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    She was in love with her brother's best friend.  He broke her heart.  Time heals…but is it enough for a second chance?    It's been eight years since Maris...

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    His to Tame

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    Fated mates. A fated family. One mistake that could shatter them all.     A small town cop and a single dad, Gabe Wilder already has more on his plate than he can ha...

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    Second Glances

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    He’s always loved her. Will she finally see what was always in front of her? When Kylie Wilson receives a mysterious invitation for an all expenses paid trip to a tropical, all in...

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    Seeking Happily Ever After

    Elena Aitken

    Pretending to be engaged to a sexy, billionaire, single dad? Easy! Not falling in love…much, much harder!     Nick Newton’s billionaire partying lifestyle was turned upsi...

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    Falling into Forever

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    He’s falling for a beautiful stranger. She’s guarded and unsure. The truth of her past could destroy their new love. The last thing Officer Rhys Anderson expects to encount...

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    His to Seduce

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    Love at first sight? Fated mates? No way! Fiercely independent, she's determined to deny their attraction. He’s just as determined to change her mind.   Strong and independent...

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    Unexpected Gifts

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    Fighting Happily Ever After

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    Christmas Gifts Collection

    Elena Aitken

    Fall in Love this Christmas with an Exclusive Holiday Box Set!   Three heartwarming standalone love stories full of romance and happy ever afters set in the stunning Canadian ...

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    Composing Myself

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    Finding Happily Ever After

    Elena Aitken

    He's looking for a fresh start. She's not even looking. Neither of them believed in love at first sight. Until now. Aiden Adams has worked hard to put the lies and drama of his pas...

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    His to Seek

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    Nothing can stand in the way of fated matesexcept maybe themselves.   Despite being named the most eligible bachelor in the country, all billionaire Cyrus Steele wants to...

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    Choosing Happily Ever After

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    USA Today Bestselling Author, Elena Aitken invites you to celebrate happily ever after in her brand new, sexysweet series that will make you say, “I do!”  He broke her heart o...

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    Needing Happily Ever After

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    Mistaken Gifts

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    One More Moment

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    His to Claim

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    Summit of Seduction

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    A onenight stand, opposites attract, accidental pregnancy, smalltown romance from USA Today Best Selling Author, Elena Aitken. He's the last thing she needs. She's not his type. T...

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    When We Left

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    She needs a fresh start.  He needs her to see how he’s changed.  Can time really heal everything and make a second chance at love possible?  Reeling from a painful d...

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    Summit of Desire

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    He’s on top of the world with the love of his life at his side. She can’t see past her insecurities to be truly happy.  Can they conquer their biggest challenge everthemselves...

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    Holiday Gifts

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    He's given up on the idea of love. She's a busy mom who wants to give her daughter the world. Is it the magic of the season…or is love really the best present of all?   For Ry...

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    Fighting for Forever

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    "With the right person, marriage isn’t a life sentence. It’s a life." Ever since falling in love at The Springs, Rhys and Kari have been living a fairy tale, but fairy tales aren't...

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    Tempting Gifts

    Elena Aitken

    Working in the children's club at the Lodge, reputation is important which is why Lisa Gibbs is tired of the party boys only looking for a onenight stand. She's serious about her l...