— Was there a moment on the international scene after Quebec that was more memorable?
— The World Championships in Minsk left a strong impression. We went through a lot of little things and nuances that helped us win gold. In addition, I was entrusted with the position of team captain, and it is a great responsibility to be an example both on the ice and off it. In Minsk, a team was formed in which each player was like a captain, leading the team behind him. I also remember the World Championships in Moscow and Slovakia, “Ovechkin noted on the website of the Russian Hockey Federation.
- In the United States, they assessed Ovechkin’s chances of breaking Gretzky’s record in the upcoming NHL season.
Source: Sport
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