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As Minnesota’s curling contenders capture excitement, and hopefully Olympic medals, here’s how to actually understand hog lines, numbers and sweeping, from Minnesota Olympians Tara and Tabitha Peterson. Learn more about how to watch (and actually understand) curling during the 2026 Winter Olympics: https://www.startribune.com/how-to-watch-curling-and-actually-know-whats-going-on/601554761 Video: Amanda Anderson/The Minnesota Star Tribune. | Star Tribune Sports

Cross-country skier Jessie Diggins hugged her high school coach Kris Hansen from Stillwater after winning the fourth Olympic medal of her career. She claimed the bronze in the women’s 10-kilometer freestyle race on Thursday at the Milan Cortina Games. Skiing with bruised ribs from an earlier fall that made it difficult to breathe and double pole, Diggins said, “I’m the happiest bronze medallist in the world. ... It’s taken a serious team effort to get to the start line and a lot of help once I g

It's time to recognize our Minnesota Prep Athletes of the Week! Lila Golomb (Wayzata), Colbe Tappe (Staples-Motley), Taylor Voigt (Hill-Murray), CJ Armstrong (Richfield), Nyahsimone Britt (Hopkins), and Sarah Pulk (Badger/Greenbush-Middle River/Tri-County) share why they enjoy their respective sports and what motivates them. If you want to nominate an athlete, send an email to preps@startribune.com. | Star Tribune Sports