Canada's Dunstone Suffers First Loss at World Curling Championship

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Matt Dunstone's Canadian curling team suffered their first loss at the 2026 World Men's Curling Championship, falling 8-3 in 8 ends to Ross Whyte's Scottish squad. Dunstone's team, which includes third Colton Lott, second E.J. Harnden, and lead Ryan Harnden, gave up a crucial 3-point end in the 5th to Whyte and were unable to recover, dropping to 2-1 in the tournament.

Why it matters

Dunstone was considered one of the favorites coming into the world championship, so this early loss to Scotland's Whyte is a setback for the Canadian team as they look to capture the title. The world men's curling event is a highly competitive tournament that draws the top teams from around the globe, making each game critical in the quest for the championship.

The details

In the 5th end, Dunstone's Canadian team struggled, allowing Whyte's Scottish rink to score 3 points and take control of the game. Despite their best efforts, Dunstone's squad was unable to mount a comeback, ultimately falling by a score of 8-3 in 8 ends.

• The game took place on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

What’s next

Dunstone's Canadian team will look to bounce back in their next game as they continue their pursuit of the world championship title.