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Kuwait Times
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
NHL legend Ovechkin calls for Russia's return to world sports
MOSCOW: NHL all-time record goal scorer Alexander Ovechkin called for Russian athletes to be allowed to compete at the world's top sporting events again, as he was greeted by hundreds of adoring fans during a visit to Moscow on Saturday. The Washington Capitals ace received a jubilant reception during his first trip home since scoring his 895th goal last April to overtake the previous all-time record held by Canadian ice hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. 'I hope that in the near future we will be allowed to participate and the guys will be able to take part in Olympiads and world championships to represent their country,' the ice hockey superstar told AFP. Surrounded by swarms of journalists and ecstatic fans, he walked a Moscow high-end street which had been decked out with 'Ovechkin 8' hockey jerseys and signs reading 'eternal record'. Russians have had little opportunity to celebrate international sporting success over the past three years, kicked out of a host of competitions over the Kremlin's Ukraine offensive. But Ovechkin's triumph offered them a rare chance to do so. 'That would be epic' Hundreds of fans lined up for an autograph at an outdoor ice rink, which serves as a football pitch during warm months. 'Ovi, Ovi,' the fans chanted Ovechkin's American nickname. This rink in a typical Moscow suburb is where the 39-year-old left wing striker took the first steps of his illustrious career. The rink stands out from the grey high-rise apartment blocks surrounding it, after having been carefully renovated by a sponsor, replete with a massive sign reading 'eternal record 895' freshly painted on its surface. Antonina Mikhailova, an IT manager wearing Ovechkin's jersey, told AFP: 'Whatever happens in the world, sport has no borders.' 'That would be epic, we must do that!' insisted Fyodor Troshin, an amateur hockey player also waiting for Ovechkin, of the prospect of Russian athletes returning to international sport events. 'People like Alexander Ovechkin are bringing Russian sport closer to (international) leagues,' the 40-year-old added. Despite his prowess on the ice, Ovechkin's politics and Russian connections have stoked some controversy, as he has been a prominent supporter of Vladimir Putin's 25-year rule, even after troops were sent to Ukraine. In a political balancing act, Ovechkin has not denounced Moscow's Ukraine offensive, but he has also carefully veered away from supporting it — despite knowing such a move would be welcomed by Putin. 'I felt proud of what we achieved, of breaking the record,' Ovechkin, who is famously missing a front tooth, told AFP of breaking Gretzky's 26-year mark. — AFP
Edmonton Journal
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
NHL all-time record scorer Ovechkin calls for Russian return to global sports
Article content MOSCOW — NHL all-time record goal scorer Alexander Ovechkin called for Russian athletes to be allowed to compete at the world's top sporting events again, as he was greeted by hundreds of adoring fans during a visit to Moscow on Saturday. Article content The Washington Capitals ace received a jubilant reception during his first trip home since scoring his 895th goal last April to overtake the previous all-time record held by Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. Article content Article content 'I hope that in the near future we will be allowed to participate and the guys will be able to take part in Olympiads and world championships to represent their country,' the hockey superstar told AFP. Article content Article content Surrounded by swarms of journalists and ecstatic fans, he walked a Moscow high-end street which had been decked out with 'Ovechkin 8' hockey jerseys and signs reading 'eternal record'. Article content Russians have had little opportunity to celebrate international sporting success over the past three years, kicked out of a host of competitions over the Kremlin's Ukraine offensive. Article content Hundreds of fans lined up for an autograph at an outdoor ice rink, which serves as a football pitch during warm months. Article content 'Ovi, Ovi,' the fans chanted Ovechkin's American nickname. Article content This rink in a typical Moscow suburb is where the 39-year-old left wing striker took the first steps of his illustrious career. Article content Article content The rink stands out from the grey high-rise apartment blocks surrounding it, after having been carefully renovated by a sponsor, replete with a massive sign reading 'eternal record 895' freshly painted on its surface. Article content Antonina Mikhailova, an IT manager wearing Ovechkin's jersey, told AFP: 'Whatever happens in the world, sport has no borders.' Article content 'That would be epic, we must do that!' insisted Fyodor Troshin, an amateur hockey player also waiting for Ovechkin, of the prospect of Russian athletes returning to international sport events. Article content 'People like Alexander Ovechkin are bringing Russian sport closer to (international) leagues,' the 40-year-old added. Article content Despite his prowess on the ice, Ovechkin's politics and Russian connections have stoked some controversy, as he has been a prominent supporter of Vladimir Putin's 25-year rule, even after troops were sent to Ukraine. Article content In a political balancing act, Ovechkin has not denounced Moscow's Ukraine offensive, but he has also carefully veered away from supporting it — despite knowing such a move would be welcomed by Putin.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Reddit responds to Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin's possible return to Russia: 'Everyone knows this'
Alex Ovechkin (via Getty Images) The news of Alex Ovechkin's probable departure for Russia following the 2024–25 NHL season wasn't made in a presser or team announcement — it was revealed through an offhand interview with his wife, Anastasia Shubskaya, in which she mentioned the family would return to Moscow when his contract with the Washington Capitals ended. Fans on Reddit, as well as critics, turned to their keyboards once this news was revealed. Fans react after Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin wife Anastasia Shubskaya confirms the Russia move The hockey world was quick to respond to Anastasia Shubskaya's comment: 'Alexander still has a contract for a year. So we will play the next season and then fly back to live in Moscow, our homeland. We will stay in Russia, yes.' But Reddit's hockey community, specifically on r/hockey, was already far ahead of the news— and had no lack of opinions. 'It's weird this is so discussed. He's been very vocal about wanting to bookend his career by finishing in Russia, like so many Russian greats do. He's also going to be 40, and he'll have nothing left to accomplish in the NHL,' one user posed. Someone replied, 'Yeah, I saw him say this verbatim in an interview a few years ago: play until he's 40 in DC, then go back to Russia for one last season with Dynamo Moscow, then retire.' Other users joked about the media hysteria: 'So… exactly what Ovi said earlier in the season. Why is this a story?' Others theorized that the Washington Capitals are deliberately waiting until later to make an official statement so they can give Alex Ovechkin the sendoff he deserves. 'Yes, everyone knows this. The Caps and Ovi just don't want some lame STH email to be the announcement," one user wrote. 'I'm sure the Caps and Ovi are planning an announcement to come either late this summer or early in the season.' But not all of the comments were hockey-related. Reddit forums also took a sharp detour into geopolitics, as Alex Ovechkin's public display of affection for Russian President Vladimir Putin once again came up for discussion. 'Is it really that clear? Yeah, sure, he has Putin in his Instagram profile picture, but that could mean anything (/s),' one commenter noted, which brought forth a tempest of responses. 'The sooner he goes back, the better. Celebrating Putin's puppet makes no sense,' another wrote. 'Yup. But people who brush off Ovi supporting Putin as a simple matter of ideological alignment are just plain ignorant of geopolitics and the monster that Putin really is. It's much more than 'It doesn't matter who he voted for; he's a great hockey player',' another replied. Even with the split opinions, what is certain is that Ovechkin's departure, whenever and however it is officially announced, will not be easy or politics-free. His record — as the NHL's second-best goal scorer in history and a former Stanley Cup champion — is solidly established, but his persona off the ice is still divisive. Alex Ovechkin's goodbye will be memorable — and anything but controversy-free Regardless of whether fans share his personal opinions or not, Alex Ovechkin's NHL career is in its penultimate lap. With one year left on his deal, and a return to Dynamo Moscow apparently in motion, the discussion has already turned from 'if' to 'how.' Also read: Capitals spark retirement panic after wrongly declaring Alex Ovechkin's last season On Reddit, the reaction is a microcosm of his broader legacy: awe for his on-ice dominance, concern over his political affiliations, and sharp opinions from every angle. But love him or loathe him, Ovechkin's final season in Washington will be must-watch — and his final departure will stir as much emotion as the goals he's scored across two decades.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
7-yr-old girl suffering from rare brain disorder dies in Kolhapur
Kolhapur: Seven-year-old Ovi Pujari passed away on Sunday evening from subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) — a rare and devastating brain disorder stemming from complications of a measles virus infection. Her father, 36-year-old Sagar Pujari, exhausted every possible avenue, even importing costly injections from China, in a desperate, but ultimately futile, battle to save his daughter. Ovi had been a vibrant and normal child until convulsions began when she was in Class I. Tests revealed the grim diagnosis of SSPE, a condition so rare it affects only one or two children per lakh. Medical professionals informed Sagar that despite his efforts, no guaranteed treatment existed. Sagar, a small hotel proprietor, sold his property and borrowed money from a local society in Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district to facilitate treatment at a specialist neurological hospital. India faces a scarcity of the Ribavirin vaccine. Upon learning about its availability in China, Sagar invested substantial money to import 30 doses. Currently, no govt assistance exists for such cases. Earlier, in April, approximately 25 parents demonstrated outside Mantralaya seeking financial support for their children's treatment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Health minister Prakash Abitkar acknowledged the presence of 80-90 such cases across Maharashtra. Recently, deputy CM Eknath Shinde provided Rs 10 lakh to Sagar Pujari for Ovi's treatment after learning about her condition during his Ichalkaranji visit. "She was on ventilator in the last two days. The disease progressed to stage four. There is a zero survival rate in such patients. The condition develops if the virus gets to the brain and starts eating it slowly. The symptoms start with convulsions, then the brain activity declines, leading to an inability to eat and walk. Ovi passed away on Sunday evening," said the doctor treating Ovi at a private hospital.
Fox Sports
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals - Live Score - May 06, 2025
CAR FOLLOW Follow a team and personalize your FOX Sports experience WSH (2nd 16:07) A. Protas scored a goal, assisted by J. Carlson and B. Duhaime. CAR 0 WSH 1 (1st 5:09) B. Duhaime received a 2:00 penalty for holding. CAR 0 WSH 0 (1st 12:58) S. Aho received a 2:00 penalty for high sticking. CAR 0 WSH 0 Hurricanes set to battle Ovi and the Capitals TONIGHT on ESPN
