Trump, Putin's Hockey Dream Criticised, Ukrainian Fans Fuming |First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
A fresh controversy has erupted in the world of sports as US President Donald Trump backs the resumption of NHL-KHL exhibition games, despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. While Trump believes it’s the right time to reintroduce this long-standing rivalry, the idea has sparked fierce opposition from Ukrainian-American and Ukrainian-Canadian groups. The groups feel that it is a direct affront to the suffering of Ukrainian athletes. With the NHL staying neutral on the matter, will this pressure push the league to reconsider? And how will this impact their relationship with global governing bodies like the IIHF? Watch as we dive into the heated debate surrounding the potential resumption of these matches and the challenges that lie ahead.
