Capitals star Alex Ovechkin says he supports Russia but is 'for peace and love'
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin addressed backlash over his appearance in a campaign advertisement for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ovechkin stated he supports Russia and plans to live there after retiring from hockey. He emphasized that he is "for peace and love" amid the public response to the ad.
NHL star Alex Ovechkin spoke out Thursday about the backlash he is facing for appearing in a campaign advertisement promoting Russian President Vladimir Putin this week. "I'm Russian. As soon as I'm done playing hockey ... I'm going to live there, my kids are going to live there," Ovechkin told reporters. "I'm for peace and...
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