Finland-Canada Olympic Hockey Match Postponed Due to Norovirus

A women’s ice hockey match between Finland and Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics has been postponed due to a norovirus outbreak within Team Finland. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) made the decision after consulting medical professionals, prioritizing health and safety. The match will be rescheduled for 12 February at the Rho Arena, with both teams being top contenders for the gold medal. This incident mirrors a previous norovirus outbreak at the 2018 Winter Games in South Korea.

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