Vicky Drummond has announced her competitive return to curling with a commanding performance at the Scottish Curling Mixed Doubles Championship in Aberdeen, capturing the title alongside partner Euan Kyle through an unbeaten run capped by a dominant 8-1 victory in the final.
A Winning Return
The 33-year-old Drummond, who retired following her 2022 Olympic gold medal, made her comeback in Aberdeen to face Katie McMillan and Archie Hyslop in the championship final. The pairing of Drummond and Kyle proved unstoppable throughout the competition, winning every match they contested before delivering a decisive 8-1 triumph that secured the mixed doubles title.
Dominance on Display
Drummond’s partnership with Kyle demonstrated consistent excellence across the tournament, with the pair remaining unbeaten from their opening fixtures through to their commanding final performance. Their path to the championship saw them overcome all opposition in their quest for the Scottish title, establishing themselves as the standout team in a competitive field that included other notable Scottish curlers.
The victory represents a significant moment for Drummond, who stepped away from competitive curling after achieving Olympic success in Beijing. The Scottish championship crown underscores her continued ability to perform at the highest levels of the sport following her extended absence from competition.
The Scottish Curling Mixed Doubles Championship featured several established names in the sport, with players including Sophie Jackson, Duncan McFadzean, Eve Muirhead—an Olympic skip—and Bobby Lammie competing across the tournament. However, it was the combination of Drummond’s experience and Kyle’s form that proved decisive in Aberdeen.