Previous editions of the World Cup were held with no more than 18 teams.

The Women's team pursuit was held on 21 October 2011 with 12 teams participating.

Sno*Drift was held in 1981 with 49 teams entering and 39 finishing.

More years than necessary in the making, the Classic will be held next March with 16 teams competing for the world championship of baseball.

The first season of the league was held in 2002-03, with four teams.

The tournament was first held in 2008 with 12 teams entering the tournament but several withdrawing before matches were played.

Plans were also made for the second edition to be held in late 2009 with 12 teams.

In 2007 the Cup was held in Hamburg, with twelve teams.

The first ever Polar Race was held in 2003, with four teams taking part.

The second Polar Race was held in 2005, with six teams taking part.