Inside the love story of Alex Ovechkin and Anastasia Shubskaya: How romance fueled a hockey icon

For years, the famed Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin , now the all-time leading goal scorer of the NHL , has exerted his domination in the rink with power and laser-target precision. Behind his glories, there stands a woman who kept quietly weaving the other side of his world — that woman being Anastasia Shubskaya . Their love story is of perfect timing, of dedication, and of merged dreams, entwining sports, glamour, and family into one gifted tapestry.
Alex Ovechkin’s journey to greatness and the woman who stands beside himWhen, in April 2025, Alex Ovechkin came to surpass Wayne Gretzky's goal record, the hockey world cheered for the achievement and for the family who stood by his side with pride. Anastasia, as well as their two boys, Sergei and Ilya, were on the ice, amongst the cheering crowd, celebrating the man who had manifested greatness into a new vision.

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At the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, they met for the first time, exchanged numbers, and lost contact with each other in no time. Social media fever rekindled the flame of their old acquaintance into something far more serious over a few years. The couple finally tied the knot in a private ceremony in Russia in 2016, followed by a grand reception in Moscow. Together, they have continued to forge stronger and deeper connections through each personal and professional milestone.
Anastasia Shubskaya’s life before marriage: modeling, film, and family legacy

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Long before becoming Mrs. Ovechkin, Anastasia named herself in Russia. She, daughter of Vera Glagoleva, late actress and director-had a film and culture-packed upbringing. Studying at the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography in Moscow, she entered modeling as well as film production. She was admired for her grace and force of presence in the several films and fashion campaigns she appeared in-had she not been overtly associated with her famous family. Long before the story of Ovechkin came into the public gaze, she was an embodiment of charm and ambition.
Ovechkin family: legacy of love and sportThe family life of the Ovechkin family reflects those values shared by the parents perfectly. Their sons, Sergei and Ilya, are very popular among the fans and often accompany their father to games. The name Sergei is in memory of Alex’s late brother and shows the depth of the player's commitment to family and honor.

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Alex himself comes from the highest sporting traditions. His mother, Tatyana Ovechkina , is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in basketball, and his late father, Mikhail Ovechkin, was a professional soccer player. The number 8 on Ovechkin's jersey derives from his mother, and with every goal he scores, he keeps close to his heart the memory of his brother Sergey.

The remarkable achievement of Alex Ovechkin is made possible through both his ability with hockey and the unwavering love and support of Anastasia Shubskaya. From as far back as her model and film days, right through to life as a devoted wife and mother, she has remained a silent yet indispensable factor in hockey's greatest tale — the heart behind the legend.

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