Wayne Gretzky has openly supported Alex Ovechkin as he approaches breaking Gretzky's long-held all-time goals record. Ovechkin recently scored his 892nd goal, closing in on Gretzky’s total. He expressed gratitude for their relationship, reflecting on how Gretzky’s graciousness in relinquishing the record positively impacts hockey. Gretzky plans to follow Ovechkin closely as he nears milestone goals, promising to be the first to congratulate him. Both players embody sportsmanship, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and respect in sports history.
It's great for hockey. How I said, we have a relationship. He told me his support and I hope - and I'm pretty sure - he's going to join the team and he's going to follow us.
If he does get there, and if he does break my record, I said I would be the first guy there to shake his hand. I remember when Gordie was following me around and I was breaking his record.
You smile, you shake his hand, and you are proud of what you accomplished. It's better for the game.
Gretzky has voiced his support of Alex Ovechkin over the years as he attempts to break the all-time goals record Gretzky has held since 1994.
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