# Ukraine is back at the hockey World Championship after 20 years. A ruling in Russia’s favor could knock it out

https://mins.news/en/item/126290

- Meduza, 2026-11-02 23:50 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/feature/2026/11/03/ukraine-is-back-at-the-hockey-world-championship-after-20-years-a-ruling-in-russia-s-favor-could-knock-it-out-before-the-tournament-begins

> The Court of Arbitration for Sport ordered the International Ice Hockey Federation to let Russia’s national teams return to international tournaments immediately. If Russia is admitted to the upcoming men’s world championship under its 16-team format, Ukraine—back for the first time in 20 years—could lose its place. Tournament fields and schedules are already set, and Russian players’ visas remain uncertain.

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