On the same day, in the men's ice hockey group stage of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics held at the National Gymnasium, the Russian Olympic Committee team defeated Switzerland 1-0.
Russian IOC player Dmitry Voronkov (second from left) and Swiss player Sven Andriguetto (first from left) compete in a match on February 9. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Ning
On February 9, players from both sides fought for the match. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Ning
Russian Olympic Committee player Vadim Shipachev (left) shoots at goal during the match on February 9. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Ning
Russian Olympic Committee player Sergei Andronov (second from left) and Swiss player Lucas Frick (first from left) compete in a match on February 9. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Ning
Russian Olympic Committee player Stanislav Galiyev (first from right) dribbles the ball during the match on 9 February. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Ning
On 9 February, players from both sides clashed during the match. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Li An