Cursed by a climate that does not produce ice, the Vallvidrera Curling Club has never actually competed. But the farcical squad has gained notoriety for its deadpan adherence to its gag of a team, despite only meeting once a year for a big meal. A group of Canadian teams in Winnipeg has invited the Catalans over to play — and learn — while a film crew follows, making a documentary. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports from Barcelona.
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