Earlier in the day, the Soviet national team unexpectedly withdrew from the race.

The team withdrew from the Cup before the end of the first round.

The following year, however, the team withdrew from the league for financial reasons.

The team however withdrew from the series in July due to lack of funding.

Two teams that at first reported having done so later withdrew their claims.

After the 1997 season several teams withdrew from the league.

The team withdrew from the league at the end of the season.

Soon after, the team folded and withdrew from the league.

Each team was required to make five players available but could withdraw one name after losing a player.

The team withdrew from the championship at the end of the year.