Russia will not play in the World Junior Hockey Championship in Canada. IIHF.
The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has confirmed that the Russian U20 team will not be able to participate in the tournament due to restrictions imposed by the Canadian authorities. Previously, the Canadian government said it would not allow Russian athletes to enter the country.
Canada will remain the host of the championship. The tournament will take place between December 26 and January 5.