Court of Arbitration for Sport Lifts Ban on Russian Teams for IIHF Events
The Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne, Switzerland, has ruled that Russian teams are permitted to compete in International Ice Hockey Federation events, overturning earlier exclusions for the 2026-27 season, which includes participation in world championships.
Evansville, IN, October 30, 2026 — The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), based in Lausanne, Switzerland, has issued a ruling permitting Russian teams to participate in International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) events. This decision overturns previous exclusions that had been in place.
The ruling specifically allows Russian teams to compete starting with the 2026-27 season. This season includes participation in world championships. The specifics regarding the original reasons for the exclusions and the exact timeline leading up to the CAS ruling were not detailed in the available information. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. Information regarding any prior inspection outcomes or code violations was not provided.
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