Great Britain relegated after defeat by Latvia
Great Britain has been relegated from the top division of the World Championship after suffering a 6-0 defeat to Latvia. This loss marks Great Britain's sixth consecutive defeat in the tournament, leaving them winless. Latvia's victory keeps their quarter-final hopes alive as they prepare for their final group match against Hungary.
- ▪Great Britain was relegated after losing all six games in the World Championship.
- ▪They lost 6-0 to Latvia in their latest match in Zurich.
- ▪Latvia scored six goals, with contributions from Martins Dzierkals, Deniss Smirnovs, and others.
- ▪Great Britain's final group match is against Germany on Monday.
- ▪Latvia will face Hungary in their last group game on Tuesday.
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Great Britain relegated after defeat by LatviaImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Great Britain have lost all six games so far at the World ChampionshipPublished25 minutes agoGreat Britain have been relegated from the top division of the World Championship following a 6-0 defeat by Latvia in Zurich.GB started well but not convert their chances as Liam Kirk, David Clements and Brett Perlini all had shots saved.Latvia went ahead when Martins Dzierkals scored from close range and extended their lead through Deniss Smirnovs and Rudolfs Balcers.Latvia maintained their momentum in the second period as goals by Eduards Tralmaks, Haralds Egle and Renars Krastenbergs put them 6-0 up before a scoreless final period.Defeat was GB's sixth of the tournament as they remain winless before their…
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