Alex Ovechkin confirms his participation in a political advertisement for the United Russia party.
According to CNA Sport, Alexander Ovechkin said he agreed to appear in a political campaign advertisement for the United Russia party and will live in Russia after his hockey career. The endorsement comes as Russia prepares for parliamentary elections from September 18 to 20. Ovechkin, 41, is the Capitals' captain, has 929 career goals in 1,573 NHL games, and his 2018 Stanley Cup win is noted in the report.
Key facts
- 01Ovechkin agreed to appear in a United Russia party political campaign advertisement.
- 02He says he will live in Russia after his hockey career.
- 03Russia is set to hold parliamentary elections from September 18 to 20.
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