Sweden's Team Edin has advanced to the semifinals of the curling world championship in Utah, USA. The team secured its spot by defeating the Czech Republic 11-2 in its final group stage match. Sweden reportedly finished second in the group standings.
Earlier in the tournament, Team Edin started with seven consecutive wins but then lost to Switzerland and Canada. It rebounded with victories over Germany 8-3 and Poland 9-1. The semifinal match is scheduled for Friday at 23:00.
The world championship is being held in Utah.