SUI - After 213 international games, 3 Olympics, 12 World Championships and a Silver Medal, HC Lugano's defender Julien Vauclair has decided to retire from international ice hockey to fully focus on his performance with HC Lugano.

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"It was not an easy decision, but fact is that with advancing age, regeneration time always takes longer," Vauclaur states. "I had a lot of fun with the national team and have always worn the national jersey with pride. I will always remember the countless good times with the team."

In a total of 213 international games, the 35-year-old was able to record eleven goals and 30 assists for 41 points. (rlu)