Ice hockey
Rotenberg: Russia Could Play 2028 World Cup of Hockey
Russian hockey federation official Roman Rotenberg says a return via youth teams first, then the senior side, is possible before the 2028 World Cup of Hockey.
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Ilya Kovalchuk: Russia Will Return to Hockey
Shanghai Dragons president Ilya Kovalchuk says he believes Russia's national hockey team will return internationally after the federation's CAS appeal against the IIHF.
Rotenberg Marks Balashiha Day, Praises Hockey Legacy
Roman Rotenberg thanked Balashiha officials for backing the Krasnaya Mashina academy's grassroots hockey and running programmes as the city marked its 196th anniversary.
Rotenberg: Ovechkin Can Still Outplay Younger Rivals
Russia 25 coach Roman Rotenberg says Alexander Ovechkin, who turns 41 on 17 September, could reach 1,000 NHL goals and outperform younger players this season.
Tretyak Cool on KHL's Pre-Match Shootout Idea
FHR president Vladislav Tretyak doubts the KHL's plan to settle ties with a shootout before puck drop, suggesting a pre-season trial first.
Tretiak Urges NHL Stars to Speak Up on World Cup 2028
The Russian federation chief says players like Ovechkin, Malkin and Kaprizov should publicly demand a spot at the 2028 World Cup to boost Russia's return.
Roman Rotenberg: Junior Teams to Return First
Russia's hockey federation vice-president says junior and youth sides could return to competition soon, but the senior team's path back remains blocked by politics.
Tretiak: Russia Fighting CAS Appeal Over IIHF Ban
The Russian hockey federation president says the team has missed international play for four years and vows to keep fighting for reinstatement ahead of the October CAS hearing.
Plyushchev: Russia Could Fully Return in Hockey
Ex-Russia coach Vladimir Plyushchev doubts neutral status suits Russia, citing the Universiade precedent as CAS reviews IIHF's exclusion ruling.
Tretiak Warns Ovechkin About Duma Career Pressures
Vladislav Tretiak said parliamentary work brings heavy criticism and stress, adding Ovechkin alone must decide his post-career path, including a possible federation role.
Roman Rotenberg: How I Fell in Love With Hockey
The Russian Ice Hockey Federation vice-president recalls learning to skate in Toksovo on women's figure skates, inspired by the Soviet national team.