Finland and Norway have announced they will ban Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in their countries, a move that follows the recent reinstatement of Russia into international ice hockey competitions. The decision by the Nordic nations signals a continued stance against Russia's involvement in sports due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
These bans come as the NHL indicated that Finland's policy could impact future decisions regarding staging games in the country. Meanwhile, Russia has requested the relocation or cancellation of the upcoming world junior hockey championships after Canada refused to issue visas for Russian players. The Russian Hockey Federation has also threatened to seek compensation from Canada and potentially Germany.
Finland and Norway Ban Russian Athletes Amidst International Hockey Reinstatement
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