Russia, via libera all'hockey su ghiaccio. Ma scatta il boicottaggio

Ice hockey, Russia's second most popular sport, faces global protests after the country was readmitted to world championships. The Canadian government has denied visas to Russian junior players, impacting their participation. This decision has sparked diplomatic tensions, with several countries, including Germany and the Czech Republic, opposing Russia's involvement in international competitions due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The situation is complicated by the fact that Russian athletes continue to compete in other sports, raising questions about fairness. The International Olympic Committee remains silent on the matter, while Italy's response is notably absent.