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SportsPublished: 31 October 2026 at 19:11

Russia's return to hockey draws mixed reactions worldwide after arbitration court ruling

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has ruled that Russian teams must immediately return to national team hockey at all levels. Reactions in Latvia and other European countries differ.

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The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued a decision requiring the immediate return of Russian teams to national team hockey competitions at every level. The ruling affects international hockey and has prompted reactions both in Latvia and in other European countries.

The source describes the decision as one that will cause serious chaos across the entire world championship system. It also says the ruling could lead to huge losses for the organisers of tournaments that have already been planned.

Reactions to the court's decision differ from one country to another. They have been voiced not only in Latvia but also elsewhere in Europe.

The source refers to Russia as an aggressor state, and the return of its teams to hockey is at the centre of the debate. The material provided does not include further details on the positions of specific countries, federations or officials.

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