Former Bellator champion Vadim Nemkov believes that NHL star Alexander Ovechkin is currently more recognizable in America than retired UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. In an interview, Nemkov explained that hockey is widely played by children across the United States, and young players all know who Ovechkin is. He noted that Ovechkin's recent achievement of breaking Wayne Gretzky's record and his continued presence in the sport keep him in the news and public consciousness. Nemkov suggested that Khabib, having retired from active competition, is no longer as prominent in American media coverage. The comments provide an interesting perspective on athlete recognition across different sports in the United States.
