From OutKick · Ryan Morik · · 1m 10s
IIHF Takes Steps to Comply with Russia Return Ruling
IIHF says it's taking necessary steps to allow Russia to play in World Juniors after CAS ruling.
In brief
IIHF says it's taking necessary steps to allow Russia to play in World Juniors after CAS ruling. IIHF will allow Russia to compete in World Juniors after CAS overturned its ban, but Belarus remains excluded. Originally reported by OutKick.
IIHF updates on Belarus and Russia
The International Ice Hockey Federation announced Belarus will not participate in upcoming tournaments.
IIHF complies with CAS ruling
The IIHF is taking necessary steps required by the Court of Arbitration for Sport to allow Russia to play.
IIHF statement on compliance
The IIHF must work within the applicable framework while upholding its responsibility to preserve international competition.
CAS overturns IIHF ban
The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled last week that Russian teams can compete in upcoming men's and women's world championships.
World Juniors affected
The World Juniors will be the first tournament affected by the CAS ruling, taking place in Alberta next month.
Russia's participation history
Russia did not compete in Olympic hockey since 2014 with NHL players, and invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
At a glance
IIHF will allow Russia to compete in World Juniors after CAS overturned its ban, but Belarus remains excluded.
