Brady Tkachuk admits to ‘hatred’ as US and Canada prepare for Olympic men’s ice hockey final

Source: US news | The Guardian · Bias: Center Left

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Long-time rivals play for gold on Sunday at 2026 GamesTensions are high between two teamsStatus of Canada’s Sidney Crosby still uncertainThe US and Canada are prepared for a stormy men’s ice hockey final on Sunday as the long-time rivals face off for Winter Olympic gold.This year’s Olympics mark the first time NHL players have competed at the Winter Games since 2014, meaning many of the best players in the world will face each other on Sunday. While Canada are the betting favourites – and have won the most ice hockey golds in Olympic history – the US players say they have motivation to upset their northern neighbours. Continue reading...

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Brady Tkachuk admits to ‘hatred’ as US and Canada prepare for Olympic men’s ice hockey final
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Brady Tkachuk admits to ‘hatred’ as US and Canada prepare for Olympic men’s ice hockey final

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Long-time rivals play for gold on Sunday at 2026 GamesTensions are high between two teamsStatus of Canada’s Sidney Crosby still uncertainThe US and Canada are prepared for a stormy men’s ice hockey final on Sunday as the long-time rivals face off for Winter Olympic gold.This year’s Olympics mark the first time NHL players have competed at the Winter Games since 2014, meaning many of the best players in the world will face each other on Sunday. While Canada are the betting favourites – and have won the most ice hockey golds in Olympic history – the US players say they have motivation to upset their northern neighbours. Continue reading...