# Germany Hosts Ice Hockey Championship Without Russia?

> Germany faces hosting dilemma as Russia's return to hockey sparks boycotts.
- Title: Germany Hosts Ice Hockey Championship Without Russia? · Dw
- Summary: Germany faces hosting dilemma as Russia's return to hockey sparks boycotts. Germany cannot host World Ice Hockey Championship without Russia due to boycotts…
- Keywords: germany, russia, iihf, world ice hockey championship, boycott, cas ruling, hockey tournament
- Source: Dw — https://dw.com/en/germany-hopes-to-host-world-ice-hockey-championship-without-russia/a-79879536?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
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## Russia's exclusion from hockey
Russia last competed at IIHF World Hockey Championship in December 2021.
## Germany's hosting challenge
Germany says hosting championship is practically impossible with Russia's return.
## Boycotts and sponsor threats
Finland, Sweden, Czechia and key sponsors threaten to boycott Russia's participation.
## Government response
German government hopes for diplomatic solution to allow championship hosting.
## Visa restrictions
Germany refuses to issue visas to Russian teams due to ongoing war in Ukraine.
## Key takeaway

Germany cannot host World Ice Hockey Championship without Russia due to boycotts and financial risks.