France's ice hockey team about the 2026 Olympics: It is a great loss for the world.

According to inkorr.com: French hockey player Pierrick Dubé from the Traktor team commented on the possible participation of the French national team in the ice hockey tournament at the 2026 Olympic Games. He noted that he is glad to have the chance to compete on such a prestigious stage, but feels he does not have the same joy and anticipation as usual.

"Of course, we are happy to participate in the Olympics, but maybe we do not have that joy and anticipation because of the reason we are there... You know, as an athlete, I want to see the strongest teams at the Olympics. So the absence of Russia at the World Championships or the Olympic Games is, in my opinion, a great loss for the hockey world.

Dubé also expressed hopes for the quick return of the Russian and Belarusian teams to the international arena, as he believes their absence negatively affects hockey. Recently, Russian freestyler Anastasia Tatalina submitted an application to participate in the 2026 Olympics, emphasizing her support for Russia and receiving greetings from the country's president.

Dubé's comments reflect the anxious atmosphere in the world of hockey, where the absence of players from Russia and Belarus raises concerns among many athletes. The Olympics has always been a place for competition among the strongest teams, and the return of these teams could add more intrigue and competition to the world of hockey. Time will tell how the situation will develop and what opportunities will arise for athletes at the 2026 Olympic Games.