Ukrainians protest Ovechkin's NHL game in Ottawa

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1. 24 Feb 2022Background

   Russia launches full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022

   On 24 February 2022 Russia invaded Ukraine on a massive scale, triggering sanctions and scrutiny of Russian athletes with ties to Vladimir Putin.

2. 6 Apr 2025Background

   Ovechkin breaks Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record with his 895th goal

   On 6 April 2025 Washington's Alex Ovechkin scored his 895th NHL goal, passing Wayne Gretzky's record that had stood since 1999.

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   10 Nov

   Ukrainians in Canada plan a protest over Ovechkin's NHL game in Ottawa

   Ottawa hosts Washington overnight into November 11, and Ukrainians in Canada plan a rally before the puck drops over Alex Ovechkin's visit.