Top sports court rejects IIHF’s claim it ‘underestimated’ backlash to overturning Russia’s hockey ban
Ice hockey's governing body says the impact of a court decision forcing it to reinstate Russia presents "significant practical and sporting challenges." Several leading nations say they won't play against Russian teams.
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- IIHF statement.
- Ice hockey federation reiterates opposition to Russian reinstatement.
- How CAS 'significantly underestimated' the fallout of letting Russia back into ice hockey.
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- Al JazeeraAJ
Al JazeeraCenterIce hockey federation reiterates opposition to reinstatement of Russia
- DWDW
DWCenterHow CAS 'significantly underestimated' the fallout of letting Russia back into ice hockey
- ReutersR
ReutersCenterIce hockey federation reiterates opposition to Russian reinstatement
- The New York TimesTN
The New York TimesLeftTop sports court rejects IIHF’s claim it ‘underestimated’ backlash to overturning Russia’s hockey ban
- iihf.comIiihf.comCenter
IIHF statement
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