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Russia's international ice hockey ban overturned
The Court of Arbitration for Sport overturned Russia’s exclusion from international ice hockey, ruling that the IIHF had not supported its safety and security concerns with sufficient evidence. Russian men’s and women’s teams are now set to return for the 2026-27 season, including the world championships, although practical arrangements and restrictions remain unresolved.
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What matters
- Russia had been barred from IIHF events since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
- The IIHF said it disagreed with the ruling but would comply while reviewing schedules and security arrangements.
Context & caveats
- The ruling changes eligibility, but the conditions of Russia’s return have not yet been settled.
Why this made the edition
A major international sports-governance ruling overturns Russia’s four-year ice-hockey exclusion and changes participation in upcoming world championships.
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