Stefania Constantini and Amos Mosaner are feeling the mixed emotions of pressure and excitement as they advance towards the semi-finals at Milano Cortina 2026. The Beijing 2022 Olympic champions are on a commendable journey to reclaim their spot on the podium, while Constantini has the added joy of competing in her hometown of Cortina d’Ampezzo at the Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium.
On Monday morning, the pair achieved a vital victory against the United States in their final round-robin match, marking their fourth win in the competition. This success secured them a second-place finish, allowing them to progress to the semi-finals where they will face the same American team once more for a chance to enter the finals.
“I’m feeling really good; we’ll be playing against the same team again, and that game showed them that we are ready,” Constantini expressed with confidence after their latest triumph. The atmosphere was electric with the support of the home crowd, which certainly fueled their performance.
In a crucial moment during the fifth end, Constantini executed a remarkable long angle raise shot that scored four points, swinging the game’s momentum and giving Italy a commanding 6-2 lead. Her skill under pressure was further highlighted by teammate Mosaner, who emphasized the importance of celebrating such impressive plays. “This kind of shot you have to celebrate; it was a great shot for four, so you have to celebrate because I think that is part of the sport,” he remarked.
With their eyes firmly set on the finals, Constantini and Mosaner embody not just the determination of elite athletes but also the spirit of their local community. The hope remains high that they will bring home another Olympic title, energizing both the crowd and the sport of curling in Italy.