Russia Facing Sanctions for Leaving Ice before Canadian National Anthem

Russia is facing sanctions following their 6-1 loss in the final of the world championships in Prague, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) said on Monday.

Directly following the game, which was dominated by Canada out-shooting Russia by 37-12, most of Russia's players left the ice and headed to the dressing rooms without waiting for the national anthem of Canada to be played. 

"The IIHF has its own protocol and some sort of punishment will be handed down" remarked IIHF president Rene Fasel regarding the incident. 

"On the ice during the game, anything can happen -- collisions, fights. However, after its conclusion, respect to the opposition is always necessary," he added.

Canada's victory was its first at the world tournament since 2007.