Knight Sets Women’s World Hockey Scoring Record in US Win

Hilary Knight of the United States (L) celebrates her goal as Russia's Ilona Markova looks on during second period IIHF Women's World Championship hockey action in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on Aug. 24, 2021. Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press via AP

CALGARY, Alberta—Hilary Knight became the all-time scoring leader in women’s hockey world championship history with her 45th goal during the United States’ 6–0 victory over Russia on Tuesday.

Knight snapped a tie with former U.S. star Cammi Granato at 3:17 of the second period. The 32-year-old split two defenders with a cutback to find an open shooting lane for a 2–0 lead.