Vadim Nemkov believes Alex Ovechkin more recognizable than Khabib in America

Bellator champion Vadim Nemkov stated in an interview that he believes NHL star Alexander Ovechkin is currently more recognizable in America than Khabib Nurmagomedov. Nemkov explained that hockey is deeply ingrained in American youth sports culture, with many children playing from a young age and knowing who Ovechkin is. He noted that Ovechkin's recent breaking of Wayne Gretzky's record and continued presence at the top of hockey has kept him in the news constantly. In contrast, Nemkov suggested that Khabib is less well-known now because he is retired and no longer making headlines regularly.