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Skoda, main sponsor of ice hockey worlds, to reassess backing if Russia plays

- The main sponsor of the men's ice hockey world championship, automaker Skoda, says it will "reassess" its backing for the tournament if Russia takes part.

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Top European nations vow to boycott Ice Hockey World Championship if Russia returns

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Ice hockey federation reiterates opposition to reinstatement of Russia

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IIHF maintains opposition to Russia's reinstatement, silent on Canada's position

The International Ice Hockey Federation says it remains opposed to a ruling ordering Russia’s reinstatement to international hockey competition, but has stopped short of addressing Canada’s refusal to...

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Ice hockey world championship main sponsor Skoda to 'reassess' backing if Russia plays

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More countries sign up to boycott hockey world championship games against Russia

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Hockey nations refuse to play Russia as Germany weighs pulling out as host

German ice hockey federation DEB chair Frank H Lutz said the ruling "fundamentally changes the situation" for the tournament.

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Norway, Sweden join Finland in Russia boycott at hockey world championship games

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Hockey Canada issues a statement after Mark Carney bans Russian players from World Juniors

Canada bars Russia from competing in world junior hockey championships, defying ruling that lifted ban

Mark Carney declared Russian athletes will not compete at the World Juniors in Alberta as Sweden, Finland and other nations joined a boycott.

IIHF Faces Global Push Back And Disappointment Following Reinstatement Of Russian Hockey Teams

Nations across the globe have responded with disappointment and disagreement at a recent decision to immediately reinstate Russia to international hockey competition. Nations believe the risk to safety both for participants and citizens remains too great.

Map of Countries Threatening Hockey Boycotts of Russia

Six nations threaten to refuse matches against Russia as the CAS ruling sparks fresh tensions over its return to international ice hockey.