Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited the BRICS countries to the Games of the Future, which will be held from February 23 to March 3 in Kazan. The Kremlin chief said Russia would continue to "fully promote further development of contacts in the field of sports and youth exchanges", provoking a wave of derision from Russian fans.

"These competitions are a unique combination of dynamic sports disciplines with the most popular video games and technological devices. A good opportunity for contacts and friendly communication will present itself in March 2024 in Sochi at the World Youth Festival," Putin said while addressing the BRICS summit via video link.

Fans have been bitching about their leader's middle name, recalling the epic embarrassment at the forum in St. Petersburg. In July, Patriarch Kirill, lavishing flattery on the "excellency" and "deeply respected" Russian dictator, he referred to Putin as Vladimir Vasilyevich.

"Vasilych is talking nonsense again. He should take pills," "When you see this name, always remember the exchange rate of 30 to 2014 and the current prices for everything from food to cars and apartments," Russians do not hold back their emotions.

Also, users are interested in the timbre of Putin's voice, hinting at the recent mishap in the video address of the Russian president.

"Did Putin speak with Putin's voice, or like yesterday, with a voice from video games? - asked sports fans from Russia.

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