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European Commission opposes Russia's return to hockey

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3 November 2026

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Fusion42 · 4 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

The European Commission opposes the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international hockey competitions during the ongoing war in Ukraine, despite a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling allowing their return. Several European hockey federations have announced boycotts of games against Russia following the ruling.

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You face new barriers if your sports tech or event company aims at Russian or Belarusian markets, as key European bodies and federations resist easing sanctions on athletes. This keeps a political divide active in European sports, affecting tournament participation and sponsorship deals.

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