Nemkov believes Ovechkin more recognizable than Nurmagomedov in America

Vadim Nemkov stated that Alexander Ovechkin is currently more recognizable in America than Khabib Nurmagomedov. In an interview, Nemkov explained that hockey is widely played by children in the United States, making Ovechkin a household name, especially after breaking Wayne Gretzky's record. He noted that Ovechkin continues to set records and remains in the news consistently. Nemkov suggested that Nurmagomedov is less well-known now because he no longer competes and doesn't appear in the news as frequently. The comparison highlights the sustained media presence of active athletes versus retired competitors.