Nemkov believes Ovechkin more recognizable than Khabib in America

Vadim Nemkov stated that Alexander Ovechkin is currently more recognizable in America than Khabib Nurmagomedov. In an interview, Nemkov explained that many American children play hockey from a young age and all young hockey players know who Ovechkin is. He cited Ovechkin's breaking of Wayne Gretzky's record and his continued presence in the news and record-setting as reasons for his prominence. By contrast, Nemkov suggested that Khabib is no longer as well-known or prominent in news coverage. Nemkov emphasized the popularity of youth hockey in America, similar to Russia, as a major factor in Ovechkin's recognition.