Alex Ovechkin Spent The Offseason Racking Up Dozens Of Traffic Violations While Driving A Luxury Minivan In Russia
A Russian report says the NHL star amassed 33 tickets on a four-month road trip, totaling about 82,000 rubles, or C$1,355.
- Alexander Ovechkin, Washington Capitals captain, received 33 traffic fines during his recent summer vacation in Russia, according to reports from Mash on Sport. The NHL star allegedly accumulated the citations over a four-month period.
- Ovechkin's vehicle, an Aurus Arsenal luxury Russian-made minivan, bears a custom '008' license plate referencing his iconic jersey number. Mash on Sport reported the violations include speeding, parking infractions, and toll road citations.
- Totaling 82,000 Russian Rubles or C$1,355, the fines cover speeding, driving on toll roads, failing to pay parking fees, and improper parking. Reports indicate Ovechkin has paid all but one citation.
- In Finland, Hall of Famer Teemu Selanne faced substantially higher penalties tied to salary; he paid C$57,000 for a single speeding violation. Ovechkin's total fines pale by comparison despite the higher citation count.
- Returning to Washington next month for the Capitals' training camp, Ovechkin aims to extend his record of 929 career regular-season goals. The team hopes to guide the club back to the playoffs after finishing just short this past spring.
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Alex Ovechkin Spent The Offseason Racking Up Dozens Of Traffic Violations While Driving A Luxury Minivan In Russia
Alex Ovechkin is around a month away from kicking off his 22nd (and possibly final) year in the NHL. He headed back to his native Russia following the conclusion of the most recent season, and he was not particularly concerned with the country’s traffic laws based on how many violations he was dinged for during […] The post Alex Ovechkin Spent The Offseason Racking Up Dozens Of Traffic Violations While Driving A Luxury Minivan In Russia appeared…
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