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Norovirus Outbreak Delays Finnish Women's Olympic Hockey Opener

2/10/2026

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A norovirus outbreak left 13 Finnish women's players ill or quarantined, delaying their opening Olympic game against Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Gina Kingsbury, General Manager of the Canada women's national hockey team, said safety guided the delay and medical professionals supported the decision.
Canada will begin its tournament against Switzerland on Saturday.
Italy defeated Japan 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals, as the tournament continues with Canada and Czechia.

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A norovirus outbreak left 13 Finnish women's players ill or quarantined, delaying their opening Olympic game against Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Gina Kingsbury, General Manager of the Canada women's national hockey team, said safety guided the delay and medical professionals supported the decision.
Canada will begin its tournament against Switzerland on Saturday.
Italy defeated Japan 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals, as the tournament continues with Canada and Czechia.