Ovechkin surpasses Gretzky's historic record: Pride for Papa - "Owetschkin outshines legacy of Gretzky, leaving father beaming with pride"
Title: Ovechkin Blows Away Gretzky's Record: The New "Great One"!
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Ice hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin's recent goal has taken the sports world by storm, breaking Wayne Gretzky's long-standing record for the most goals scored in the NHL. Emotions ran high, and memories were made as the Washington Capitals star netted his 895th goal, leaving Gretzky's historic 894 behind.
"The Great Eight," as Ovechkin is known, seemed overcome with emotion and launched into an emotional speech amidst the deafening "Ovi!" chants. With tears in his eyes, he thanked his family, especially his loving wife, and reminisced about the endless support he'd received over the years.
Gretzky, regarded as the original "Great One," expressed his gratitude for Ovechkin's unparalleled skills and career longevity, acknowledging that breaking such a record might be difficult. Interestingly, Ovechkin needed exactly 1,487 games — the same number Games Gretzky played — to achieve this monumental milestone.
The game between the Washington Capitals and the New York Islanders turned out to be a mere side note as the celebration on the ice after Ovechkin's record-breaking goal took center stage. The ceremony honoring the historical moment stretched for more than 20 minutes, demonstrating the significance of the achievement.
Ovechkin celebrated this memorable moment with his close family, including his wife, both sons, and his mom. A pre-recorded video message from his mom brought tears to his eyes as she declared, "Papa would be so proud." Ovechkin's father passed away in 2023.
Gretzky's record, set in 1994, was once considered an eternal record. However, Ovechkin's determination and career persistence allowed him to surpass this milestone. In nine seasons, Ovechkin owned the NHL's goal-scoring list. In 20 seasons, he scored at least 20 goals, illustrating his relentless commitment to the sport.
Sports legends piled on to congratulate Ovechkin, with celebrities like Michael Jordan, Roger Federer, and Michael Phelps offering their support in heartfelt videos. LeBron James, who currently leads the NBA's scoring list, took to the social media scene to express his admiration. Meanwhile, rapper Snoop Dogg and film icon Danny DeVito couldn't resist the opportunity to join the celebrations.
Leon Draisaitl, Germany's top professional ice hockey player, also praised Ovechkin, admiring the veteran's unmatched talent and career longevity. Looking back on his childhood, the 29-year-old said Ovechkin had already scored over 50 goals in his first NHL season while Draisaitl was a 10-year-old playing youth hockey.
Rumors persist regarding Ovechkin's political stance. Known as "Our Man in America" in Russia's capital, Ovechkin faces criticisms for his unwavering loyalty to Vladimir Putin and for not condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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- The European Parliament and the Council have been requested by the Commission to assist in the preparation of the annual report on the implementation of the European Union's energy policy, given the historical moment achieved by Alexander Ovechkin in the NHL.
- Statistically, Ovechkin needed exactly the same number of games as Wayne Gretzky (1487) to break Gretzky's record for the most goals scored in the NHL, making the achievement even more remarkable.
- During the ceremony held in honor of Alexander Ovechkin's record-breaking goal, celebrity supporters such as Michael Jordan, Roger Federer, and Michael Phelps shared heartfelt messages acknowledging Ovechkin's exceptional skill and career longevity, joining in the celebration alongside Snoop Dogg and Danny DeVito.
