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"Yet my drive to compete stayed strong," she noted. "Spending more time immersed in top-level athletics and the curling community prompted me to question if I could still contribute meaningfully on the rink.

"I understand the intense preparation needed for Olympic success, yet my comeback stems from a renewed perspective. I feel energized, in peak physical condition and motivated by the upcoming tests. Only a belief in regaining elite performance would prompt this return."

Her gold-winning teammate Vicky Drummond is likewise re-entering competition to challenge Muirhead and fellow rink member Jen Dodds within the GB Curling mixed doubles setup.

At 32, Drummond explains that her BBC Sport duties in Cortina during February revived her competitive drive, aiming to demonstrate to daughter Sophie that motherhood need not halt personal goals.

"Above all else, my comeback should carry meaning past the playing surface," remarked the intensive care nurse, who will team with Euan Kyle.

"I hope Sophie learns it is always possible to pursue exciting ambitions. If she sees that opportunities remain open by watching my efforts, this path will prove valuable already.

"The outcome remains unknown, yet the prospect of discovery fills me with anticipation."