Former Czechoslovak striker, 1968 Olympic silver medalist Josef Golonka Sport.cz that he sees no reason to return the sweater given to him by Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2020.
— I have no reason to return the gift. Sport and politics should not mix, and Hasek’s words surprised me a lot. Let’s think about why Russian hockey players still play in the NHL, while someone else is embarrassed that Slovaks and Czechs go to the KHL. I am an apolitical person. When I was a hockey player, I had many friends among Russians, as well as enemies, said Golonka, 84.
Former two-time Stanley Cup champion, Czech Dominik Hasek said that the performance of Czech hockey players in the KHL is dangerous for the Czech Republic and its citizens.
Additionally, Golonka said he respects the Washington forward. Alexander Ovechkin noting his dedication to the Russian team.
Source : MatchTV
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