William Nylander, a star player for Sweden's Olympic ice hockey team, did not participate in practice on Tuesday, leading to concern as the team prepares for the Olympics. According to Swedish news outlet Expressen, Nylander was the only player absent for the practice session. Head coach Sam Hallam stated that Nylander had felt unwell on Monday and that they would provide an update on his readiness to play soon. The Swedish team is scheduled to begin their Olympic campaign against the host nation Italy on Wednesday, which places urgency on Nylander's situation.

Despite the concerns, Hallam reassured that the situation is not alarming and described it as a normal occurrence, indicating that they are managing the situation effectively. Previously, Nylander had been dealing with a groin injury while playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs, but he expressed confidence on Monday that he was "completely fine". He practiced on Sunday alongside teammates Joel Eriksson-Ek and Adrian Kempe, who are expected to form the top line for Sweden in the Olympics.

In practice on Tuesday, Filip Forsberg filled Nylander's spot in the lineup, suggesting the team is preparing contingency plans in case he cannot participate. Nylander's health is crucial for Sweden's chances at the Olympics, and his absence from practice raises questions about his availability for the team's first match, although the coach's comments aim to reassure fans and media alike about the player's condition and the team's overall preparedness for the competition.