Hockey player Ovechkin said he does not feel the abolition of Russian culture in the United States
Forward of the National Hockey League (NHL) Washington Capitals club Alexander Ovechkin answered a question about the abolition of Russian culture in the United States. His words are quoted by TASS.
The hockey player said that he does not feel a negative attitude towards the Russians. “Everything is great in Washington. Fans treat me warmly, ”the 37-year-old athlete emphasized.
In February, Ovechkin recalled the impressions of moving to the United States. The hockey player compared the first visit to Washington with going to jail. He added that at that time he did not know English and could not even watch TV.
Ovechkin has been playing in the NHL since 2005. He spent all seasons in North America with Washington. Together with the club, the hockey player won the Stanley Cup in 2018. The Russian takes second place in the list of the best scorers in league history.
Source: Lenta
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