MINSK, 31 March (BelTA) – Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko has extended birthday greetings to USSR Honored Master of Sport Pavel Bure who has turned 50, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian head of state.
“Thanks to your talent, perseverance and exceptional hard work, you have achieved resounding victories on the ice arena. Your phenomenal speed, unsurpassed skill and bright style of play have made hockey history and brought about well-deserved respect and love of millions of fans around the world,” the message of greetings reads.
The head of state expressed confidence that Pavel Bure's experience and strength of character would continue to contribute to achieving new professional and life goals.