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“Small ice is better for me” - Jagr

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Published: 06 January, 2010, 21:27

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After almost two decades in the NHL and a couple of seasons in Russia, Jaromir Jagr is fast approaching his final appearance for the Czech Republic just over a month from now at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Jagr will be one of the most experienced members of the squad, led by the legendary player and Olympic champion Vladimir Ruzicka.

He was actually Jagr's teammate when the Czech Republic won their only Olympic gold at the Nagano games in 1998.

While Jagr's mind is now on the Continental Hockey League, the upcoming Winter Olympics promise to become something special for the Czech.

Watch the video to find out what the legend thinks about the tournament and much more…

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