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MNN Global · March 5, 2026 · 1 min read

GB wheelchair curlers secure first Paralympic win against Latvia

What happened: Great Britain's wheelchair curling team, including Jo Butterfield and Jason Kean, bounced back from a loss to South Korea by defeating Latvia for their first win at the Games.

Why it matters:

  • The victory boosts team morale and confidence in the competition.
  • It improves Great Britain's standing in the wheelchair curling event at the Paralympics.

MNN Take: After an initial setback, the British team showed resilience by winning their next match, highlighting the competitive nature of Paralympic wheelchair curling.

Sources: BBC Sport