MILAN — Since its introduction to the Olympics , women’s ice hockey has been one of the more predictable events, with Canada and the U.S. routinely renewing their rivalry in the final, but their dominance could come under threat and all thanks to North America’s own professional league. The launch of the PWHL in 2024 has raised standards across women’s hockey, giving elite players regular high-level competition and accelerating the development of national programs beyond the traditional North