Rustam Minnikhanov: Children and adults love hockey in Tatarstan and we are honored to host the All-Star Game

On January 18, speaking at a solemn ceremony dedicated to the introduction of the stars of the world hockey 2019, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov said that children and adults love hockey in Tatarstan and it will be an honour to host the All-Star Game in the republic.

The skill show and the Kontinental Hockey League All-Star Game will be held in the republic these days. 

“Our republic is a sporting region, but hockey is favorite sport both in Tatarstan and the whole country. Of course,  it is such an opportunity to invite the stars for the skill show and the All-Star Game.  Both children and adults love hockey in the republic, and we are honoured to host such an event. I love hockey very much, we play it and it is good sport," Tatarstan President said, speaking at the ceremony.