Change in the stance of the Swiss. They will not ultimately take the field against the Russians at the Junior World Championship.

The Swiss Ice Hockey Federation announced that its team will not play against Russia at the upcoming U20 World Championship in Canada. This decision is specific to the match against Russia and does not constitute a boycott of the entire tournament. The Swiss federation made this choice after careful consideration of various factors, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Despite the Court of Arbitration for Sport's ruling allowing Russian teams to return to international competitions, participation in the junior championship remains uncertain due to political pressures. The IIHF has included Russia in the tournament schedule, replacing Norway, which has been moved to a lower division.