CAS allows Russian hockey return; sponsors threaten pullout, NHL unaffected

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled Russian teams may rejoin international hockey, but World Championship sponsors threaten to withdraw support, creating a standoff. The NHL's continued acceptance of Russian players highlights a split between international governance and commercial interests. The outcome remains uncertain as federations weigh legal rulings against sponsor pressure.

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