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Washington Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin is one of the big supporters of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Their relationship is also documented by a profile photo on the hockey legend’s instagram account.
Alexander Ovechkin has been silent since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The overseas media wanted to testify after the pre-match training on Thursday, but they were not allowed to do so. He finally broke the silence after Friday’s practice.
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“She is my president. But I’m not a politician. I’m an athlete and I can’t influence what’s going on. It’s a difficult situation for everyone, “ said Alexander Ovechkin.
“I have a family in Russia. These are scary moments, but there’s nothing we can do. I just hope it ends soon and everything will be fine, “ added the elite striker of the Washington Capitals.
“Please, no more war. It doesn’t matter if Russia, Ukraine or any other country is at war. I think we live in a world where we have to live in peace and the war has to end, “ concluded Alexander Ovechkin.
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