Alex Ovechkin to be joined for annual Ovi Cup game by current and former NHL stars like Pavel Datsyuk, Kirill Kaprizov, and Matvei Michkov
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The Ovi Cup, an annual youth hockey tournament featuring teams from Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan, will culminate in a gala match honoring Alex Ovechkin for breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. Scheduled for August 9 at Mytishchi Arena, this event usually involves NHL and KHL stars. Last year, Ovechkin’s son played alongside him and scored in the match. This year, notable participants include several hockey legends and rising players, with Ovechkin returning from a vacation in Turkey to play in his second summer game.
Alex Ovechkin will return for the final day of the Ovi Cup in Moscow, an annual youth hockey tournament featuring 24 teams from Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan. The event culminates with a 'gala match' involving NHL and KHL stars, honoring Ovechkin's achievement of breaking Wayne Gretzky's goals record. This year's match is set for August 9 at Mytishchi Arena. Ovechkin's eldest son participated last year, scoring a goal in front of his father. Confirmed players for this game include several hockey legends and rising stars.
Ovechkin’s participation follows a vacation in Turkey and is his second game of the summer after scoring in the 'Match of the Year.' The Ovi Cup is celebrated for bringing youth teams together, and the gala match showcases elite players from different leagues, contributing to the sport's popularity and legacy.
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