Canadian Fans Boo US National Anthem at Raptors Game

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Canadian fans boo U.S. national anthem at NBA matchup as tariff dispute heats up

Tensions have been brewing between the United States and Canada ever since President Trump ignited a trade war with America's neighbors — and now, it's spilling over into the world of sports.

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Following Senators Fans, Raptors Fans Also Boo 'Star-Spangled Banner' Pregame

On Sunday, Toronto Raptors fans joined them, booing the traditional playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the tune switched to "O Canada" prior to a game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

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SEE IT: Sports fans in Vancouver, Toronto rain down boos on U.S. national anthem

In what can only be described as an unprecedented show of Canadian surliness and national unity, fans at Sunday night’s Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Raptors home games rained down boos during the pre-game performance of the U.S. national anthem.

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Raptors notice anthem booing but focus on playing

Fans at Scotiabank Arena booed during “The Star Spangled Banner,” then switched to loud cheers when “O Canada’s” played. “I don’t really know too much of what it was about. I was just there to play the game.”

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U.S. anthem booed ahead of Raptors game Sunday

U.S. anthem booed ahead of Raptors game Sunday afternoon. Many fans loudly booed as the Star-Spangled Banner was sung by 15-year-old Kyra Daniel. The Canadian anthem was cheered wildly, with many singing along and emphasizing parts like True North strong and free.

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Trend Of Canadians Booing 'Star-Spangled Banner' Continues At Canucks Game After President Trump's Tariffs

Vancouver Canucks fans booed the national anthem during Sunday's game against the Detroit Red Wings. Fans booed throughout the entire song before applauding as the song ended. The trend began over the weekend after President Donald Trump signed an executive order to place 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.

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Senators-Wild anthem causes uproar as NHL fans fume over controversial act

Mandia, an artist from Ottawa, sang the Star Spangled Banner before the Ottawa Senators' matchup against the Minnesota Wild. Her performance on Saturday night came hours after President Donald Trump announced tariffs on Canadian exports. On Sunday, Mandia spoke out about the boos on social media.

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Raptors fans become latest to boo American national anthem as trade war heats up

Fans at Scotiabank Arena loudly booed during the American national anthem. They then switched to loud cheers when "O Canada" began. Similar reactions broke out Saturday at NHL games in Ottawa and Calgary. The strong reactions were likely in response to a mounting trade war between Canada and the U.S.

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Canadian fans boo American anthem before Red Wings-Canucks game in Vancouver

Canadian fans boo American anthem before Red Wings-Canucks game in Vancouver. Fans at a Toronto Raptors game joined the trend Sunday afternoon. At the end, mixed boos and cheers could be heard before the crowd erupted in applause for the Canadian anthem, "O Canada"

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Fans At Sporting Events Across Canada Were Booing The US National Anthem Over The Weekend (Videos)

The United States national anthem was booed by fans at the Toronto Raptors versus Los Angeles Clippers game in Toronto. The anthem was also booed at the Minnesota Wild versus Senators game in Ottawa, and the Detroit Red Wings versus Canucks game in Vancouver. The ire from Canadians stems from President Trump’s plan of increased tariffs and recent suggestions they should become the 51st state in the union.

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Toronto Raptors fans loudly boo American anthem

Toronto Raptors fans loudly boo American anthem before game against LA Clippers. The anthem was booed heavily at the start and throughout the singer’s performance. This is the third time this weekend that Canadian sports fans have booed the American anthem. The trend is due to the newly announced tariffs on Canadian goods by US President Donald Trump.

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Raptors Fans Boo U.S. National Anthem Amid Trade Tensions

The moment "The Star-Spangled Banner" began, the crowd erupted. On Saturday, a similar scene unfolded before an Ottawa Senators game. The reason was clear: U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly imposed 25 percent tariffs on Canadian exports, a move that triggered swift retaliation from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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‘It was difficult to get through’: Kingston teen talks about being booed singing U.S. anthem at Raptors game

Kyra Daniel, 15, has opened nearly 20 Raptors games singing both Canadian and American national anthems. Daniel was booed singing the U.S. national anthem before the Raptors played the Los Angeles Clippers Sunday night at Scotiabank Arena. “The booing started right away, which I wasn’t expecting,” said Daniel.

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NHL, Raptors and teen singer react to anthem boos sparked by Canada-U.S. trade tensions

Crowds at Ottawa Senators, Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Raptors home games booed the U.S. anthem. But the cheers were loud for ‘O Canada’ ahead of the home game against the Los Angeles Clippers. “I don’t anticipate any change to anthem policy generally,” NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly told the Star.

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Canadian Sports Fans Keep Booing During the US National Anthem

Fans in Canada have been booing during the playing of the U.S. National Anthem. The booing has nothing to do with the new import tariffs enacted on Canada by President Donald Trump. The jeers first began at an Ottawa Senators NHL game and then carried over into a Toronto Raptors basketball game.

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