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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
United States defeats Switzerland to win gold at the 2025 IIHF World Championship
USA lift the IIHF trophy after the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Switzerland and USA (Credit: Getty Image) The United States claimed a long-awaited triumph at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. Also beating Switzerland 1-0 in a tense overtime battle. The gold-medal game, held in Stockholm's Avicii Arena, ended with a precise finish from Tage Thompson just over two minutes into the extra period. The Buffalo Sabres forward delivered the moment that broke a 92-year title drought. A moment of discovery for USA Hockey Highlights: SWITZERLAND vs USA | 2025 #MensWorlds #IIHF This tournament was not just about winning. It revealed a deeper layer of growth and identity for USA Hockey, the American roster entered the competition with quiet determination, as most had little international experience. Yet they bonded quickly. Their chemistry and belief built steadily from the first puck drop. The gold-medal winner was a fitting reward for Thompson, who finished the tournament with nine points. His overtime goal wasn't just timely, it was symbolic. A player with NHL pedigree, he rose to the occasion when it mattered most. Legacy beyond, the championship podium USA lift the IIHF trophy after the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Switzerland and USA (Credit: Getty Image) This win goes beyond a single tournament, and it marks a cultural shift for USA Hockey. The previous two decades saw flashes of potential. But no top finishes at the World Championship. Only five bronze medals since 2000 had hinted at progress. But never fulfillment. Now, that narrative changes, with NHL players returning for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo This gold signals more than success, it presents a fresh foundation, players like Thompson, Keller, and Cooley now stand as Olympic hopefuls. This is shaped by this historic win. Read more: Carter Verhaeghe's achievements depicted through tough roads The United States' 2025 gold wasn't merely an end to a decades-long wait. It was a statement that USA Hockey belongs at the highest level. With renewed belief, emerging stars, and proven leadership, this team not only made history but changed the course of its future. The discovery was not just of gold, but of identity. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Historic victory: USA men's hockey wins IIHF World Championship gold after 92 years
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - MAY 25: Jackson Lacombe #2 of team USA lifts the IIHF trophy after the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Switzerland and USA at Avicii Arena on May 25, 2025 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by) USA defeats Switzerland 1-0 in overtime to claim first title since 1933 The United States men's hockey team made history on Sunday, May 25, 2025, defeating Switzerland 1-0 in overtime to win gold at the IIHF World Championship, their first title in 92 years. The win took place at Avicii Arena in Stockholm, Sweden, and marked a turning point for USA Hockey after decades of near-misses on the international stage. — NHLNetwork (@NHLNetwork) The decisive moment came 2:02 into overtime, when Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres beat Swiss goalie Leonardo Genoni with a wrist shot. The goal was assisted by Logan Cooley (Utah Mammoth) and Brady Skjei (Nashville Predators). USA goaltender Jeremy Swayman (Boston Bruins) was flawless, stopping all 25 shots for a shutout. "That's hockey, man," said Swayman in a post-game interview. "The biggest moments and the biggest stages, that's what we live for. [...] 1933, that was in our mind the whole time and we knew we had a job to do. Mission accomplished, baby." A defensive duel and emotional finish Despite outshooting Switzerland throughout the game, the Americans couldn't find the net during regulation, as Genoni kept the Swiss hopes alive with save after save. But the dam broke just minutes into overtime, sending the U.S. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Shubh Aarambh with Honda Shine 125! Honda Learn More Undo bench into a frenzy. As celebrations erupted, the American players gathered around a No. 13 jersey in honor of Johnny Gaudreau, the former NHL and USA player who, along with his brother Matthew, died in 2024 after being struck by a suspected drunk driver in New Jersey. During the medal ceremony, the U.S. flag was raised alongside those of Switzerland (silver) and Sweden (bronze), who had earlier defeated Denmark 6-2. Players, coach reflect on historic victory For most of the American roster, the gold marked their first IIHF World Championship medal. Some, like forward Michael McCarron, were overwhelmed. 'It feels awesome. I mean, it's been so long for the U.S. [...] to be able to come out with a gold medal, it's pretty fantastic,' McCarron told Reuters. 'Obviously, we know how long it's been,' added forward Drew O'Connor, also speaking to Reuters. 'We've been looking forward to finally trying to get it done, and I'm so excited that we did it with this group.' Thompson, who ended the tournament with nine points (6 goals, 3 assists), said the team was driven by the weight of history. 'It's a crazy stat,' Thompson said in the post-game press conference. 'It's something that everyone in that room took to heart. [...] Everybody was positive, pulling for each other and after one common goal. That's why we won.' Head coach Ryan Warsofsky (San Jose Sharks) echoed those sentiments. 'I get goosebumps just thinking about it,' Warsofsky said. 'We were embarrassed, truly embarrassed, that we hadn't won this tournament, and now we don't have to have that weight on our back.' A launchpad to the 2026 Winter Olympics The victory also serves as a potential preview of what's to come at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, where NHL players will return to Olympic play for the first time since 2014. The American roster in Stockholm included only two players from their recent Four Nations Face-Off final loss to Canada, Swayman and defenseman Zach Werenski (Columbus Blue Jackets). But several emerging stars used this tournament to stake their Olympic claim. Clayton Keller (Utah Mammoth), the team captain, tallied 10 points (3G, 7A) Logan Cooley and Frank Nazar (Chicago Blackhawks) each notched 12 points (4G, 8A for Cooley; 6G, 6A for Nazar) Thompson added 6 goals and 3 assists Swayman, a standout across the entire championship, spoke about how the experience rejuvenated him personally. 'I gained so much more confidence. I found my game again. [...] This year was obviously an up-and-down year for me personally, and to come here and be surrounded by such quality human beings and getting a job done, that's a turning point for me in my life.' 'USA Hockey is here to stay,' he added. 'This is the first step for us to do that.' Historical context Prior to this gold, the U.S. had lost 12 straight semifinal games at the IIHF World Championship and had only managed five bronze medals since 2000 (2004, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2021). Their last finals appearance was in 1933, when they beat Canada for their only other gold. Now, after nearly a century, the U.S. sits atop the world stage, not just with a title, but with a young, dynamic team poised for more. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
New York Post
26-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
US honors Johnny Gaudreau after first world championship title in 92 years
With the celebration on, Team USA remembered Johnny Gaudreau. The United States topped Switzerland in the world championship Sunday in a 1-0 overtime victory off a goal by Sabres forward Tage Thompson to capture the tournament title. It's the first time the US has won the tournament in 92 years. Advertisement Thompson's game-winning goal came two minutes into the overtime period when he put a shot past the blocker of Leonardo Genoni. 4 Team USA poses for a photo with a jersey honoring the late Johnny Gaudreau #13 after their gold medal match win against Switzerland in the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Switzerland and USA at Avicii Arena on May 25, 2025. Getty Images Logan Cooley and Brady Skjei were credited with the assists on the game-winning goal. Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman stopped 25 shots in the win over Switzerland. Advertisement 'We did it, the wait is over,' Swayman said in a post by USA Hockey. 'Thanks for sticking along with us. It's going to be a great summer.' 4 United States players celebrate winning the final via REUTERS After the victory, the Americans honored the late Gaudreau, who died in a bicycle accident that also killed his brother, Matthew, last year. Advertisement Clayton Keller, Zach Werenski, Conor Garland, Thompson and Skjei skated over to accept the tournament trophy and draped a No. 13 Gaudreau jersey over it before taking it back to their teammates. 4 Team US celebrates with the trophy after winning gold during overtime of the IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship final match between Switzerland and USA in Stockholm, on May 25, 2025. AFP via Getty Images 4 Columbus Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau plays during an NHL hockey game, Jan. 4, 2024. AP Advertisement Gaudreau had been a big part of USA Hockey, helping the United States win gold at the IIHF World Junior Championship and bronze at the Worlds. The United States had not appeared in the world championships final since 1934, but it had won the bronze medal four times in the past 12 years.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why David Pastrňák is called 'Pasta' and how it stuck
David Pastrnak of Czechia in action during the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship (Credit: Getty Image) David Pastrňák 's rise to hockey stardom began in the Czech Republic. But his identity soon found a home in Boston, and drafted by the Bruins in 2014, the right winger made headlines for his explosive playstyle. But beyond goals and assists, something else began turning heads; his nickname, 'Pasta. ' The origin wasn't complex. His last name was a mouthful for fans and teammates alike. So, they shortened it. 'Pasta' was easy, fun, and strangely fitting. Over time, it became more than a way to pronounce his name. It became a brand of its own. Pasta became part of the routine View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Pastrňák's pre-game rituals added layers to the nickname. Pasta dishes, especially spaghetti with meat sauce, became part of his known routine. The connection between the name and his love for the food became almost poetic. It wasn't just a one-off habit. It became a story fans loved to follow. Stories about spilled pasta in elevators and makeshift meals before games made their rounds. Even when routines shifted, like grabbing a Subway sandwich instead, the pasta narrative stuck; especially when goals followed. The nickname evolved into a cause David Pastrnak of Czechia in action during the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship (Credit: Getty Image) Eventually, the nickname turned from fun to functional. 'Pasta' wasn't just a name on a jersey; it showed up in grocery aisles. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why Didn't Anyone Tell You About This Power Saver? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Pre-Order Undo Pastrňák teamed up with a local supermarket to launch 'Pasta's Pasta,' with proceeds supporting pediatric cancer care. This wasn't just about image. It reflected Pastrňák's willingness to use personal identity for a larger cause. The packaging featured his number, 88, and connected with fans on a deeper level. His brand reached families beyond the rink. A flavor that matches his game Like pasta itself; simple but versatile; Pastrňák's nickname captured his energy. His personality is playful, yet his gameplay is serious and elite. The nickname mirrors that contrast. It's light-hearted, but not meaningless. The mix of sports, culture, and character made 'Pasta' memorable. It helped form a player-fan bond that went beyond hockey. It made headlines, sparked product lines, and added a dash of flavor to NHL narratives. Read more: Discovering the life of Wayne Gretzky and his children beyond the game More than just a nickname Nicknames in sports often fade with time. But 'Pasta' feels permanent. It blends heritage, routine, and personality in a way few nicknames do. David Pastrňák turned a clever abbreviation into a cultural identity. Whether scoring on the ice or supporting causes off it, 'Pasta' is a name that sticks; because it means more than it seems. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Finland discovering Olympic potential through World Championship grind
Finland celebrate after the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Canada and Finland (Credit: Getty Image) The IIHF World Championship in Czechia is giving Finland more than just a shot at a medal. It's giving a preview of the nation's Olympic core. With top Finnish players returning from NHL stints, this tournament is shaping up to be about more than just wins; it's a live lab for Olympic preparation. NHL stars reuniting in national colors Highlights: CANADA vs FINLAND | 2025 #MensWorlds #IIHF Goaltender Juuse Saros and forward Teuvo Teravainen headline a group of NHL-tested players finding their form in the international arena. Their presence is more than symbolic; it provides tactical stability and experience under pressure. They're not only expected to perform but also help sync the younger or less familiar players with the Finnish playing style. Milano Cortina in clear sight for Finland Finland celebrate after the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship match between Canada and Finland (Credit: Getty Image) With NHL players returning to the Olympics in 2026, Finland knows the margin for error is slim. Every shift at the World Championship is a chance to refine roles, test line combinations, and understand what works in high-stakes scenarios. The larger ice surface at the World Championship adds another variable. It pushes players to adjust their timing and spacing, a factor that will carry over into Olympic play. Though not all of the eventual Olympic roster is in Czechia, the groundwork is being laid now. Finland leveraging past success for future goals There's a method behind Finland's consistency at the world stage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en Tandil (ver precio) Verisure Más información Undo Success at the World Championship in recent years, including gold in 2019 and 2022, has stemmed from their structured play and commitment to team identity. Read more: The reasons Maple Leafs lost Game 7 are lack of urgency and poor structure Finland isn't just playing for the present at the World Championship. Each game is a rehearsal for February, a study in chemistry, and a test of structure. With proven NHL talent leading the charge and a history of converting cohesion into medals, Finland is quietly shaping into a serious contender for the Milano Cortina Olympics. The discoveries made now could make the difference when the stakes are highest. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
