Why is sweeping in curling necessary? Isn’t the ice-sheet clean enough?

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Why is sweeping in curling necessary? Isn’t the ice-sheet clean enough?

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The purpose of the sweeping is to adjust the speed and direction of the stone.  When you sweep harder, the ice melts and reduces friction.

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