IIHF World Ranking
Purpose of the IIHF World Ranking
The IIHF World Ranking is a tool to assess the long-term quality of performance of national ice hockey teams, both men's and women's teams, representing member countries of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF). The ranking is used to determine the seedings for major IIHF tournaments, including the World Championships and the Olympics.
Calculation of the IIHF World Ranking
The IIHF World Ranking is calculated based on the results of the following international competitions over the past four years:
- World Championships
- Olympic Winter Games
- Continental Championships
- World Junior Championships
The ranking system takes into account factors such as the strength of the opposition, the format of the competition, and the relative importance of the tournament.
Current IIHF World Ranking
As of [date], the top 10 ranked men's and women's teams in the IIHF World Ranking are as follows:
Men's Ranking
1. Canada 2. Finland 3. Sweden 4. Czech Republic 5. United States 6. Russia 7. Germany 8. Switzerland 9. Slovakia 10. DenmarkWomen's Ranking
1. Canada 2. United States 3. Finland 4. Switzerland 5. Sweden 6. Japan 7. Czech Republic 8. Russia 9. Germany 10. HungaryConclusion
The IIHF World Ranking provides a comprehensive overview of the relative strength of ice hockey nations around the world. It is a valuable tool for determining seedings for major tournaments and for tracking the progress of individual teams over time.
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