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Lausanne (Switzerland), Dec 11: The International Olympic Committee has approved the qualification framework for the men’s and women’s hockey competitions at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, marking a key step in preparations for the event.

As has been the case since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, each tournament will feature 12 teams, including automatic qualification for host nation USA. The 11 remaining spots in every category will be filled through a combination of FIH Pro League rankings, continental championships, and dedicated Olympic qualification tournaments, the International Hockey Federation announced.

Under the approved structure, the highest-ranked team across the 2025–26 and 2026–27 FIH Pro League seasons will secure an Olympic berth; i

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