Hockey Series events to be discontinued after 2019; new ranking system to be developed
5 years, 9 months ago

Hockey Series events to be discontinued after 2019; new ranking system to be developed

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation will do away with its Hockey Series events after this year to enable its member associations to focus more on continental qualifiers and championships, the game’s governing body said on Tuesday. Insisting that the inaugural edition of the ongoing FIH Pro League has been a success, the world body said it will stop the Hockey Series events, which also serve as World Cup and Olympic qualifiers, after this year. It ratified the new WADA approved anti-doping programme, with an increase of over 50 per cent in athlete tests in 2019 compared to last year Besides, the world body has also decided to develop a match-based new world ranking system. “The new match-based rankings system has been developed using the results of all international matches over the past 3 years, and will be run and further improved in the background during 2019, with a target go live date of January 2020.” The FIH also reiterated that in its bid to save water and protect the environment, it is committed to the idea of launching dry artificial hockey turfs by 2024. “Continuing hockey’s excellent record on anti-doping, the new WADA approved anti-doping programme was also ratified, with an increase of over 50 per cent in athlete tests in 2019 compared to last year,” it said.

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Hockey India League is close to my heart because it’s for the athletes: FIH President Tayyab Ikram
1 week, 2 days ago

Hockey India League is close to my heart because it’s for the athletes: FIH President Tayyab Ikram

The Hindu  

International Hockey Federation President Tayyab Ikram has made it clear that while the window for the Hockey India League was fixed, the exact dates were up to Hockey India and the franchises. READ | HIL 2024-25: Hyderabad Toofans grabs bonus point after shootout win against Delhi SG Pipers Ikram also refuted FIH launching a Pakistan-specific project to revive hockey. What …

FIH withdraws Olympic hockey Qualifiers from Pakistan
1 year, 3 months ago

FIH withdraws Olympic hockey Qualifiers from Pakistan

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s hopes of hosting international hockey after more than two decades ended abruptly with the International Hockey Federation withdrawing the hosting rights of Olympic qualifiers from the country. “The FIH can confirm that it has informed the Pakistan Hockey Federation of its decision to withdraw the hosting of the Men’s FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifier tournament -- scheduled in January 2024 …

Pakistan to host FIH Olympic qualifiers
1 year, 6 months ago

Pakistan to host FIH Olympic qualifiers

The Hindu  

Pakistan is set to host an international hockey event after nearly 19 years with the International Hockey Federation allocating the Olympic qualifying rounds to the country for early next year. Pakistan, which last hosted an FIH event back in 2004, will host eight teams in Lahore from January 13 to 24 next year. “Pakistani hockey fans have been deprived of …

FIH Hockey Pro League season 5 to start in Argentina in December
1 year, 8 months ago

FIH Hockey Pro League season 5 to start in Argentina in December

The Hindu  

The fifth season of the FIH Hockey Pro League will start in on December 6, 2023 in Santiago del Estero, Argentina. With the relegation/promotion principle applied - for the first time - to the Pro League, season 5 will welcome two teams that have qualified through the first edition of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup played last year, namely India …

FIH World Cup 2023: A Look at All the Winners in the History of the Competition
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: A Look at All the Winners in the History of the Competition

News 18  

India will be aiming to lift the Men’s Hockey World Cup title for the second time as they are set to kick off their campaign in the showpiece event on January 13. As the Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 is set to get underway in Odisha, it is time to take a look at the previous winners. India’s long wait …

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023: Full Schedule and Match List
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023: Full Schedule and Match List

News 18  

The 15th edition of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup is set to begin from January 13. Harmanpreet Singh and Co could end India’s 48-year-long wait for a World Cup trophy this year. On the eve of the tournament opener between Argentina and South Africa, let us take a look at India’s fixtures and the entire World Cup schedule. January …

Hockey World Cup history, format, number of teams: All you need to know
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup history, format, number of teams: All you need to know

The Hindu  

As the build-up for the 2023 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup, scheduled to be held in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela from January 13 to 29, continues, here is all you need to know about the history of this prolific tournament. However, due to its growing popularity the conception of a hockey World Cup was suggested by the two Asian powerhouses of …

FIH Hockey World Cup 2023: All you need to know about Hockey World Cup - matches, venues, live streaming
2 years ago

FIH Hockey World Cup 2023: All you need to know about Hockey World Cup - matches, venues, live streaming

India TV News  

The 15th edition of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup is all set to kick off in Odisha on Friday as 16 teams are set to battle out for the top honour. Group A: Australia, Argentina, France, South Africa Group B: Belgium, Germany, South Korea, Japan Group C: Netherlands, New Zealand, Malaysia, Chile Group D: India, England, Spain, Wales Who …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Teams, schedule, fixtures, live streaming - All you need to know
2 years ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Teams, schedule, fixtures, live streaming - All you need to know

Firstpost  

India is all set to host the 15th edition of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup from 13 January. The Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup 2023 will see Belgium defend their crown while Australia are considered the favourites for the crown. Schedule Match Date Time Venue Argentina vs South Africa 13-Jan-23 1:00 PM Bhubaneshwar Australia vs France 13-Jan-23 3:00 PM …

FIH Hockey World Cup 2023 | India has a good chance of reaching semifinals, says Former Champion Ties Kruize
2 years ago

FIH Hockey World Cup 2023 | India has a good chance of reaching semifinals, says Former Champion Ties Kruize

The Hindu  

To be the top-scorer in a tournament like the Hockey World Cup is an achievement. Incidentally, Kruize was the president of HC Klein Zwitserland, one of the top Dutch clubs, when current Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey turned out for them in 2005-06, one of the few Indians to play in a foreign league. But more than a personal success, …

Want to Qualify for FIH Pro League 2023-24 Season Through Nations Cup: Savita Punia
2 years, 1 month ago

Want to Qualify for FIH Pro League 2023-24 Season Through Nations Cup: Savita Punia

News 18  

Indian women’s hockey team skipper Savita wants to qualify for the Pro League 2023-2024 season through the upcoming FIH Nations Cup, a tournament which will also help in preparation for next year’s Asian Games. We are determined to win the tournament as it will also allow us to participate in the next season of the FIH Hockey Women’s Pro League …

Savita: Want to qualify for FIH Pro League 2023-24 season through Nations Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Savita: Want to qualify for FIH Pro League 2023-24 season through Nations Cup

The Hindu  

Indian women’s hockey team skipper Savita wants to qualify for the Pro League 2023-2024 season through the upcoming FIH Nations Cup, a tournament which will also help in preparation for next year’s Asian Games. We are determined to win the tournament as it will also allow us to participate in the next season of the FIH Hockey Women’s Pro League …

Hockey India Asks FIH to Suggest a Proper Window to Revive its Domestic League
2 years, 2 months ago

Hockey India Asks FIH to Suggest a Proper Window to Revive its Domestic League

News 18  

The International Hockey Federation has in principle agreed to work out an appropriate window to revive the franchise-based Hockey India League, which was discontinued to make way for the FIH Pro League which was being held from January to June. The FIH has received a communication from Hockey India, via its newly-elected president Dilip Tirkey, seeking a suitable window to …

FIH to Hold Pro League in Five Time-blocks from 2023-24 Season
2 years, 5 months ago

FIH to Hold Pro League in Five Time-blocks from 2023-24 Season

News 18  

From the 2023-24 seasons, the FIH Pro League matches will be conducted in five time windows, the Executive Board of the International Hockey Federation has decided. Meanwhile, the FIH Executive Board has also confirmed South Africa as the host of the next FIh Hockey Indoor World Cup 2023, which was postponed due to Covid-related reasons. “South Africa was confirmed as …

FIH insists it has 'full trust' in Hockey India, but expects member associations to abide by code
2 years, 7 months ago

FIH insists it has 'full trust' in Hockey India, but expects member associations to abide by code

Firstpost  

The Delhi High Court last month placed Hockey India under a three-member Committee of Administrators following its observation that the federation has violated the National Sports Code. Lausanne: The International Hockey Federation on Tuesday said it continues to have “full trust” in Hockey India but expects its member associations to abide by the sports code of their respective countries. The …

FIH: Have full trust in HI but every federation has to abide by sports code
2 years, 7 months ago

FIH: Have full trust in HI but every federation has to abide by sports code

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation on Tuesday said it continues to have "full trust" in Hockey India but expects its member associations to abide by the sports code of their respective countries. The court ruling came on a petition filed by former India player Aslam Sher Khan, who had challenged Indian Olympic Association President Narinder Batra's appointment as life member of …

India will look to build on their recent showings in FIH Pro League, say coach and captain
2 years, 11 months ago

India will look to build on their recent showings in FIH Pro League, say coach and captain

The Hindu  

The Indian women's hockey team will look to build on its bronze medal-winning showing in the Asia Cup when the side makes its debut in the FIH Pro League, chief coach Janneke Schopman and captain Savita said on Sunday. "We are excited to start our Pro League campaign and look to build on our performance in the Asia Cup by …

FIH Pro League will give exposure and help us prepare for Asian Games: India women hockey players
3 years, 3 months ago

FIH Pro League will give exposure and help us prepare for Asian Games: India women hockey players

India TV News  

Set to make its debut in the FIH Pro League this season, the Indian women's hockey team players feel the upcoming tournament will not only provide invaluable exposure but will also give them a chance to prepare themselves ahead of next year's Asian Games. The third season of the women's FIH Hockey Pro League begins on October 13 with Olympic …

India's FIH Pro League games against Spain, Germany postponed again
3 years, 8 months ago

India's FIH Pro League games against Spain, Germany postponed again

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s hockey team’s competitive international assignments ahead of the Tokyo Olympics are effectively over. The team’s upcoming FIH Hockey Pro League away matches against Spain and Germany, scheduled on May 15-16 and May 22-23 respectively, have been officially postponed due to the COVID-induced travel restrictions. “The FIH, Hockey India as well as the National Associations of Germany, Spain …

Pakistan Hockey Federation to push for revival of bilateral ties against India at 47th FIH Congress in May
3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan Hockey Federation to push for revival of bilateral ties against India at 47th FIH Congress in May

Firstpost  

Pakistan Hockey Federation officials will be taking up the issue of resuming bilateral series against India at neutral venues on the sidelines of the 47th International Hockey Federation Statutory Congress. Karachi: Top officials of the cash-strapped Pakistan Hockey Federation will push for revival of bilateral ties against India during the 47th FIH Congress in New Delhi in May. PHF officials …

Pakistan hockey officials keen on revival of bilateral ties with India
3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan hockey officials keen on revival of bilateral ties with India

The Hindu  

Top officials of the cash-strapped Pakistan Hockey Federation will push for revival of bilateral ties with India at neutral venues during the 47th International Hockey Federation Statutory Congress from May 19 to 23 in New Delhi. "The meeting will give us an opportunity to talk to the Indian hockey federation officials on the possibility of reviving bilateral ties that could …

Pakistan hockey officials keen on revival of bilateral ties against India
3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan hockey officials keen on revival of bilateral ties against India

India TV News  

Top officials of the cash-strapped Pakistan Hockey Federation will push for revival of bilateral ties against India during the 47th FIH Congress in New Delhi next month. PHF officials will be taking up the issue of resuming bilateral series against India at neutral venues on the sidelines of the 47th International Hockey Federation Statutory Congress. "The meeting will give us …

Coronavirus Effect: International Hockey Federation Postpones FIH Pro League Matches
4 years, 2 months ago

Coronavirus Effect: International Hockey Federation Postpones FIH Pro League Matches

News 18  

The International Hockey Federation on Thursday postponed two upcoming FIH Pro League matches due to the COVID-19 related travel restrictions in the competing nations. “With the travel constraints governed by the regulations in place in Germany, Belgium and China due to the COVID-19 global health pandemic, the International Hockey Federation, on request of the travelling teams involved, has decided to …

International Hockey Federation postpones Pro League matches due to COVID-19
4 years, 2 months ago

International Hockey Federation postpones Pro League matches due to COVID-19

Firstpost  

Lausanne: The International Hockey Federation on Thursday postponed two upcoming FIH Pro League matches due to the COVID-19 related travel restrictions in the competing nations. “With the travel constraints governed by the regulations in place in Germany, Belgium and China due to the COVID-19 global health pandemic, the International Hockey Federation, on request of the travelling teams involved, has decided …

COVID effect: FIH postpones Pro League matches - hockey news - sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

COVID effect: FIH postpones Pro League matches - hockey news - sportstar

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation on Thursday postponed two upcoming FIH Pro League matches due to the COVID-19 related travel restrictions in the competing nations. "With the travel constraints governed by the regulations in place in Germany, Belgium and China due to the COVID-19 global health pandemic, the International Hockey Federation, on request of the travelling teams involved, has decided to …

Hockey to resume with domestic tournament in Pakistan in August
4 years, 5 months ago

Hockey to resume with domestic tournament in Pakistan in August

The Hindu  

Suspended since March due to the COVID-19 outbreak, hockey is set to resume in Pakistan in August with a five-a-side domestic tournament. After the domestic competition, the national championship in September-October will also be held at different venues in a bio-secure environment, the nation's Hockey Federation secretary Asif Bajwa told reporters. “Finally, we are set to resume hockey activities from …

FIH conducts facilities workshop with Hockey India state member units with focus on academy venues
4 years, 6 months ago

FIH conducts facilities workshop with Hockey India state member units with focus on academy venues

Firstpost  

One representative from each of the Hockey India’s 31 state member units got an opportunity to understand the basics of developing a facilities strategy, understand the different field and surfacing options and identify additional features to consider when planning a new hockey facility during the course of the three-hour workshop The International Hockey Federation on Thursday conducted a facilities workshop …

India Hockey Players Elated After Reaching Home For Break Post 3 Months Of Lockdown
4 years, 6 months ago

India Hockey Players Elated After Reaching Home For Break Post 3 Months Of Lockdown

ABP News  

New Delhi, 22 June 2020: The Indian Senior Men's and Women's Hockey Core Probables were finally able to reconnect with their families and loved ones as on Friday they were allowed to return to their respective homes for a month-long break. The hockey players were allowed only last week to return homes after spending almost three months at the Sports …

Hockey Pro League restart likely by October end
4 years, 6 months ago

Hockey Pro League restart likely by October end

Hindustan Times  

Sports is gradually lifting the shutters downed due to the Covid-19 pandemic with football, tennis, golf, rugby and cricket taking early steps towards a full schedule. FIH Pro League, suspended in mid-March, could return only in October at the earliest if things improve, according to the international hockey federation. “Though it will depend on the evolution of the pandemic globally, …

FIH announces revised qualification process for 2022/23 World Cups
4 years, 7 months ago

FIH announces revised qualification process for 2022/23 World Cups

India TV News  

The International Hockey Federation has announced a revised qualification process for the 2022/2023 men's and women's Hockey World Cups. According to the new qualification process, a total of 11, instead of the original six, of the 16 quota of places in each of the two World Cups will be allocated from the five continental championships. Europe will enjoy the maximum …

FIH tweaks World Cup qualification process, allocates more spots for continental events
4 years, 7 months ago

FIH tweaks World Cup qualification process, allocates more spots for continental events

The Hindu  

The postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the scrapping of Hockey World League competition has forced the FIH to rework its qualification process for the next edition of the World Cup, allocating more spots to continental events. The International Hockey Federation’s Executive Board on Tuesday issued the fresh qualification process to finalise teams for the 2022 Women’s and 2023 …

COVID-19: FIH extends Pro League by one year
4 years, 8 months ago

COVID-19: FIH extends Pro League by one year

The Hindu  

The second season of the Hockey Pro League would now continue till June 2021 although when it would actually resume is still uncertain. The Pro League was originally scheduled to be held from January to June 2020 in the run-up to the Tokyo Olympics but only 1/3rd of the Games were completed till early March before the health crisis cut …

FIH Hockey Pro League Season 2 extended by one year, to run through June 2021 now
4 years, 8 months ago

FIH Hockey Pro League Season 2 extended by one year, to run through June 2021 now

India TV News  

The International Hockey Federation on Friday extended the second edition of its prestigious Pro League by one year till June 2021 after a slew of matches were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "Due to ongoing uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 global health pandemic, and in agreement with the 11 participating National Associations, the second edition of the FIH Hockey Pro …

Hockey India restructures domestic competitions, including senior national championships, to maximise participation starting 2021
4 years, 8 months ago

Hockey India restructures domestic competitions, including senior national championships, to maximise participation starting 2021

Firstpost  

The national championships will have a new format from next year as the Hockey India has decided to restructure its domestic competitions with an aim to maximise athlete participation and develop the game in states, union territories, institutional units and academies. New Delhi: The national championships will have a new format from next year as the Hockey India has decided …

Hockey India restructures national championships
4 years, 8 months ago

Hockey India restructures national championships

The Hindu  

A day after indefinitely postponing all remaining National Championships for 2020, Hockey India on Wednesday announced a re-structured format for conducting the same from 2021 onwards, removing the existing two-tier system and creating separating competitions for states, institutions and academies across age-groups. The new format, approved by the Hockey India Executive Board, provides for separate National Championships for registered States/Union …

Coronavirus Outbreak: FIH postpones Pro League 2020 fixtures for a third time, hopes to host matches in July-August
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: FIH postpones Pro League 2020 fixtures for a third time, hopes to host matches in July-August

Firstpost  

The International Hockey Federation has been forced to extend the suspension of FIH Pro League’s second edition due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now plans to hold the ties in July and August, provided the current situation improves. New Delhi: The International Hockey Federation has been forced to extend the suspension of FIH Pro League’s second edition due to the …

FIH planning Hockey Pro League return in July-August
4 years, 9 months ago

FIH planning Hockey Pro League return in July-August

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation has been forced to extend the suspension of FIH Pro League’s second edition due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now plans to hold the ties in July and August, provided the current situation improves. “Now, following the uncertainty of the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, FIH and the participating National Associations have decided to consider the …

COVID-19: FIH extends Pro League suspension, plans matches in July-August
4 years, 9 months ago

COVID-19: FIH extends Pro League suspension, plans matches in July-August

India TV News  

The International Hockey Federation has been forced to extend the suspension of FIH Pro League's second edition due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now plans to hold the ties in July and August, provided the current situation improves. "Now, following the uncertainty of the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, FIH and the participating National Associations have decided to consider the …

COVID-19: Hockey Australia cancels all national championships
4 years, 9 months ago

COVID-19: Hockey Australia cancels all national championships

The Hindu  

Hockey Australia on Tuesday cancelled all National Championships, including the Masters Indoor Challenge, due to the COVID-19 pandemic but said that the local competitions will take place at some stage later this year. The 35+ and 40+ Men’s competition set down for October will also no longer take place, as well as this year’s Masters Indoor Challenge,” HA said in …

FIH Pro League to be suspended until May 17
4 years, 9 months ago

FIH Pro League to be suspended until May 17

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation on Thursday extended its suspension of all Pro League matches, including fixtures involving India, to May 17, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week, the world governing body had postponed all Pro League matches scheduled before April 15 because of the pandemic. “Based on the latest developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and in particular of the …

Coronavirus: FIH Pro League suspended till April 15
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: FIH Pro League suspended till April 15

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation on Saturday suspended the ongoing FIH Pro League, which also involves India, till April 15 citing the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic. The FIH said its decision was based on “information and recommendations from the World Health Organization and the decisions taken by a number of governments and local authorities around the world.” ”.the International Hockey Federation and …

International Hockey Federation unveils new match-based world ranking system for 2020
5 years ago

International Hockey Federation unveils new match-based world ranking system for 2020

Firstpost  

FIH have unveiled a new world ranking system for 2020, which will be a match-based instead of tournament-based calculation Lausanne: The International Hockey Federation on Friday unveiled a new world ranking system for 2020, which will be a match-based instead of tournament-based calculation for a “better reflection of current performances”. The FIH said the new world ranking system has been …

FIH unveils new match-based world ranking system for 2020
5 years ago

FIH unveils new match-based world ranking system for 2020

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation on Friday unveiled a new world ranking system for 2020, which will be a match-based instead of tournament-based calculation for a “better reflection of current performances“. The FIH said the new world ranking system has been launched after 12 months of painstaking research, analysis and testing. The new match-based world ranking system involves an exchange of …

FIH proposes new competitions, promotes Hockey 5s
5 years, 1 month ago

FIH proposes new competitions, promotes Hockey 5s

The Hindu  

While deciding the hosts for the next men’s and women’s World Cups was top priority for the International Hockey Federation in its recent executive board meeting, that was not the only major decision taken. The meeting last week also saw the FIH deciding to launch two new world-level tournaments and sought to put an end to the umpiring controversies during …

No plans to have Indo-Pak Oly qualifier in Europe if they draw each other: FIH
5 years, 4 months ago

No plans to have Indo-Pak Oly qualifier in Europe if they draw each other: FIH

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation has no plans to conduct the Olympic qualifying matches between India and Pakistan in Europe if the arch-rivals draw each other in the battle for a 2020 Tokyo Games berth. A Pakistan Hockey Federation official last week claimed that the FIH was mulling the idea of conducting the potential Olympic qualifying clashes between India and Pakistan …

No plans to have India-Pakistan Olympic qualifier in Europe if they draw each other, says FIH
5 years, 4 months ago

No plans to have India-Pakistan Olympic qualifier in Europe if they draw each other, says FIH

Firstpost  

The International Hockey Federation has no plans to conduct the Olympic qualifying matches between India and Pakistan in Europe if the arch-rivals draw each other in the battle for a 2020 Tokyo Games berth. A Pakistan Hockey Federation official last week claimed that the FIH was mulling the idea of conducting the potential Olympic qualifying clashes between India and Pakistan …

Hockey: FIH planning to have India, Pakistan play home and away Olympic qualification matches in Europe
5 years, 4 months ago

Hockey: FIH planning to have India, Pakistan play home and away Olympic qualification matches in Europe

The Hindu  

The International Hockey Federation is mulling to have India and Pakistan play their home and away matches in Europe if the arch-rivals face off in the Olympic qualifying tournament for a berth at the 2020 Tokyo Games. India and Pakistan have been seeded in two separate halves of the draw by FIH on Thursday and they could meet in the …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: FIH mulls over hosting potential India-Pakistan clashes in Europe during qualifiers
5 years, 4 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: FIH mulls over hosting potential India-Pakistan clashes in Europe during qualifiers

Firstpost  

The International Hockey Federation is mulling to have India and Pakistan play their home and away matches in Europe if the arch-rivals face off in the Olympic qualifying tournament for a berth at the 2020 Tokyo Games. Karachi: The International Hockey Federation is mulling to have India and Pakistan play their home and away matches in Europe if the arch-rivals …

Hockey Olympic qualifiers: India likely to clash with Pakistan
5 years, 4 months ago

Hockey Olympic qualifiers: India likely to clash with Pakistan

The Hindu  

A payment of $15000 in the nick of time has allowed Pakistan to be part of the Olympic qualifiers later this year and with it, the possibility of an India-Pakistan clash for a spot at the Tokyo Games has become all too real along with hosting concerns. Therefore, in case Pakistan qualifies for the FIH Hockey Olympic qualifiers, then yes, …

FIH Hockey Series Finals: France, Ireland men book Olympic Qualifiers berth
5 years, 6 months ago

FIH Hockey Series Finals: France, Ireland men book Olympic Qualifiers berth

The Hindu  

France and Ireland men's hockey teams booked a place in the Olympic Qualifiers by finishing in the top-two of the third and final FIH men's Hockey Series Finals at le Touquet Paris-Plage, France on Sunday. World number 15 France and world number 11 Ireland now join India, South Africa, Malaysia, Canada -- teams which have qualified for the Olympic Qualifiers …

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