NewzAlex Ovechkin, the Russian star player for the NHL's Washington Capitals, defended his involvement in a campaign video for United Russia, the political party of President Vladimir Putin. Speaking to journalists in Washington on September 17, the athlete addressed the controversy surrounding the footage.
When questioned about the electoral video, Ovechkin offered a direct explanation for his actions. He stated to reporters, "Soy ruso y apoyo a mi país" (I am Russian and I support my country), justifying his participation through his national identity.
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