Curling is experiencing a significant surge in popularity during the Olympic Games in Cortina, drawing large crowds and generating considerable media attention, reminiscent of sports like darts. Despite this Olympic renaissance, German Bundestrainer Uli Kapp acknowledges that maintaining this momentum beyond the games is a challenge. The German team, while showcasing strong individual performances from young players like Benjamin Kapp, Felix Messenzehl, and Johannes Scheuerl, ultimately fell short of the semifinals due to a lack of consistent composure and minor errors. Kapp also discussed the blend of strategy and intuition in curling, the importance of precise team communication, and the evolving emotional expression within the sport, noting that while the "gentleman's sport" image is challenged by occasional disputes, the underlying spirit of fair play often prevails.