Older Cubs Fan Slaps Younger Spectator at Wrigley Field Over National Anthem Seating
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 21
Older Cubs Fan Slaps Younger Spectator at Wrigley Field Over National Anthem Seating
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 21
Summary
Video from Sunday’s Cubs-Twins game shows an older fan striking a younger fan on the back of the head after telling him to stand during the national anthem.
The younger spectator had remained seated while most of the crowd stood and removed hats during the Jersey Girls’ performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
After the slap, the younger fan stood for the rest of the anthem, and the older man was heard thanking him after also telling him to “shut up.”
No immediate intervention or charges were reported, and the clip spread online as a viral flashpoint over patriotism, fan behavior and possible legal fallout.