A Skip Once More: Paetz Launches New Team After Historic Run with Tirinzoni

After eight years as the powerhouse vice on Team Tirinzoni, Switzerland's Alina Paetz is stepping back into the skip role for the upcoming season. The 2015 world champion has unveiled a new lineup -- third Selina Witschonke, second Stefanie Berset, and lead Renee Frigo -- signalling the end of one of curling's most successful partnerships. During her time with Tirinzoni, Patz helped the Swiss squad claim four world titles, six Grand Slam victories, and an Olympic silver medal at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. Now, she sets her sights on building a legacy of her own from the hack.