Fetisov predicted Ovechkin's preparation for new challenges after the record

Vyacheslav Fetisov, a State Duma deputy and two-time Olympic champion, said that the Russian hockey player, forward of the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL) Alexander Ovechkin needs to prepare for the next challenges after setting a new record for goals scored in the league.

In conversation with aif.ru On April 7, Fetisov noted that Ovechkin had not expected the barrage of attention and congratulations that had befallen him.

"But now we need to get ready and prepare for the playoffs, which are just around the corner. The team and the fans are counting on him, so Sasha needs to prepare for the next challenge," said the parliamentarian.

Earlier, Fetisov personally congratulated Ovechkin on the record. He noted that Canadian Wayne Gretzky, whose record was beaten by Ovechkin, recognized that a new king had appeared.

Gretzky's record is broken: Alexander Ovechkin became the best sniper in the history of the NHL

On the same day, Russian director Yuri Kara announced that he wanted to make a film about Ovechkin. According to the director, Ovechkin's personality is so charismatic, original, powerful and charming at the same time that it will be difficult to find the right actor, notes 360.ru .

The Russian hockey player was congratulated on the record by the TV channels of the National Media Group and Sergey Zhukov. The performer dedicated a clip to the hockey player's favorite song from the repertoire of the musical group to the historical achievement with a modified text dedicated to the record goal.

Alexander Ovechkin scored his 895th goal on April 6, breaking the record of Canadian Wayne Gretzky. Its indicator has been maintained since 1999, IA Regnum clarifies. NHL Commissioner Gary Battman noted that greatness in sports begins with players like Ovechkin and Gretzky. The Canadian hockey player was also one of the first to congratulate the Russian, who broke his record. Ovechkin himself noted that he dedicates his great goal to his father, as well as other family members, NSN notes.

Alexander Ovechkin, who made his NHL debut in 2005, has won numerous prestigious awards during his illustrious career, including nine Maurice Richard trophies as the best sniper of the season. kp.ru .

As RT reminds, there are only five goals left before the 900th goal.