RIHF and VHL statement concerning Chinese clubs

On January 24, as a result of the unstable situation of the coronavirus outbreak, the VHL management, after holding consultations with Rospotrebnadzor, decided to move all Chinese clubs' home matches to Russian Federation territory.

Chinese clubs have been in Russia since January 23. All players and staff of the respective clubs have to be examined daily for symptoms of the coronavirus, with the results being transferred to the league.

Tsen Tou player Zimeng Chen, who showed symptoms of the virus, produced negative results when tested. He has been issued outpatient treatment, which is being run by the club doctor.

Currently, the temperature indications of players of the Chinese clubs are within normal limits. The VHL, together with clubs and Rospotrebnadzor, are continuing to track the situation daily.