In the Olympic ice hockey tournament, Latvia concluded its participation by finishing fourth in Group C, despite having similar points as Germany and Denmark, both of which also accumulated three points. However, their inability to secure any wins led to their exit from the tournament, a disappointing outcome for the team and its supporters. The final match saw Sweden defeat Latvia decisively, with highlights including goals from players such as A. Kempe and F. Forsberg, culminating in a definitive score of 5-1 against Latvia.

This outcome marks a continuation of Latvia's struggles in Olympic ice hockey. In the previous Olympics held in Beijing in 2022, the Latvian team also failed to secure any wins, finishing in 11th place. Their poor performance extends back to the 2018 Pyeongchang Games, where they did not qualify, and even in 2014 Sochi Games, where they managed only one win to finish in 8th position. As Latvia departs the tournament, they are left with questions about the future of their ice hockey program and how to improve in upcoming competitions.

The conclusion of the tournament for Latvia raises concerns about their competitiveness on the Olympic stage, especially with their historical difficulties. As the quarterfinal matches commence, the spotlight shifts to teams with better performances, such as Slovakia and Germany, who will face each other on Wednesday. For Latvia, the focus will likely turn towards rebuilding and strategizing for future tournaments as they assess their current roster and coaching strategies in hopes of achieving better results next time.