According to the former president of the IIHF, the decision of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes in neutral status to participate in tournaments could contribute to the return of hockey teams.
Team Canada lost to the Czech Republic in the quarter-finals of the 2024 World Cup
“This decision by the IOC should push the IIHF to at least discuss this issue.
Everyone knows that Russia is a very strong sporting country. In general, to be honest, I cannot imagine an Olympic hockey tournament without Russians and Belarusians,” Fazel quotes Match TV.
Source: Sport
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