Ovechkin commented on his 895th goal and a new NHL record for goals.

Russian hockey player Alexander Ovechkin considers it important for him to set a new National Hockey League (NHL) record for goals. On April 6, the athlete said this during an interview with the Canadian edition of Sportsnet, published on the social network X.

"Yes, this is an important moment for hockey. It's a great moment for my family, myself, this organization, and my teammates. And yes, of course, this is very important," he said.

According to Ovechkin, he is optimistic about this moment, because "finally no one will ask" him when the previous record of Canadian Wayne Gretzky of 894 goals will be beaten.

"Just enjoy and enjoy your time, and you know that there are five or six games left, and the fun will begin. So yes, I just have to be ready for it," the Russian hockey player shared.

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Russian forward and captain of the Washington Capitals hockey club Alexander Ovechkin scored his 895th goal in the National Hockey League (NHL) regular season on April 6 against the New York Islanders, breaking the record of four-time Stanley Cup winner Wayne Gretzky, who scored 894 goals.

The TV channels of the National Media Group (NMG) holding and the performer, the leader of the band "Hands Up!" Sergey Zhukov congratulated Ovechkin with a world record clip for his favorite song from the repertoire of the musical group.