Fetisov said that he suggested Putin to learn to skate
Two -time Olympic champion and seven -time world champion, State Duma deputy Vyacheslav Fetisov told how the fascination of Russian President Vladimir Putin Hockey began. His words are given by RIA Novosti.
Fetisov said that he suggested Putin to learn how to skate at the fight in the Luzhniki festival. After that, he was sent a hockey form. “The president promised the boys that he would train with them. I pushed the stool to catch the balance. After some time, he learned, ”Fetisov shared.
In 2011, at the initiative of Putin, a night hockey league was created. The President takes part in the league gala matches as part of the Hockey Legends team.
Earlier, Fetisov admitted that Putin changed his life. He thanked the head of state for seeing the leader in him.
Source: Lenta
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