IOC reaffirms policy, closing door on Russia for 2026 Winter Olympics As leaders seek to “build on” Paris Games position, team sports athletes, including hockey star Alex Ovechkin, will not be ...

Russian teams remain banned from the 2026 Winter Olympics following previous sanctions imposed due to the 2022 Ukraine invasion, according to an announcement from the International Olympic Committee.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed on Tuesday that Russian teams will remain banned from the 2026 Winter Olympics, officially closing the door on NHL star Alex Ovechkin.

Just over 30 Russian and Belarusian athletes competed in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris as neutral athletes following intensive vetting, and at least four Russian figure skaters have been ...

The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic men’s and women’s hockey groups are set with France replacing Russia in both tournaments. The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) confirmed the groups Monday, ...

Meanwhile, Russia won a silver medal at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. The 2026 Winter Olympics are scheduled to take place from Feb. 6-22 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

In early February, the IIHF Council ruled at its session to extend its sanctions against the Russian and Belarusian teams through the 2025-2026 season ...

This impacts the Russian men's hockey team. The International Ice Hockey Federation will follow the IOC's policy. NHL players are returning to the Olympics. However, Russia's absence creates a void.