Miracle on Ice Revisited: U.S. Hockey Team's Olympic Triumph

President Donald Trump honored the 1980 U.S. men's ice hockey team for their 'Miracle on Ice' victory against the Soviets. The Oval Office event featured members from the gold medal-winning team and celebrated the historic sports upset during the Cold War.

President Donald Trump welcomed members of the U.S. men's ice hockey team of 1980 fame to the White House to commemorate their monumental 'Miracle on Ice' victory. This symbolic event celebrated the historic win against the Soviet team during the tense Cold War era and the subsequent gold medal victory against Finland.

In a gathering at the Oval Office, the President applauded 13 members of the victorious squad, including team captain Mike Eruzione and other key players. The players, wearing their iconic cowboy hats from the Olympic ceremony, watched as Trump signed a bill awarding them congressional medals.

Ken Morrow, a team member, evoked the famous 'USA' chant that originated at Lake Placid, now familiar at Trump rallies. Captain Eruzione expressed pride in not only defeating the Soviet Union but also clinching the championship. The team's victory greatly inspired Americans during challenging international tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)