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Russian Rocket's Charm: Bure's Goals Captivate Model Sobchak

1/18/2026

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Pavel Bure, known as the "Russian Rocket," scored 779 points in 702 NHL games.
Russian model Ksenia Sobchak shares a date when he suggested watching highlights of his best goals.
Sobchak, who had no hockey knowledge, found the experience charming.
Although their romance did not last, Bure married in 2009.

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Story summary

Pavel Bure, known as the "Russian Rocket," scored 779 points in 702 NHL games.
Russian model Ksenia Sobchak shares a date when he suggested watching highlights of his best goals.
Sobchak, who had no hockey knowledge, found the experience charming.
Although their romance did not last, Bure married in 2009.