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Riley Gaines demands Olympic ban for WNBA anthem protesters

Riley Gaines has publicly advocated for barring WNBA players from international competition, including the Olympics, if they choose to exit the court during the national anthem. She argued that such actions are incompatible with representing the United States on the global stage.

While league regulations technically require personnel to stand during the anthem, enforcement of this policy has been suspended since 2017. Gaines further criticized the league for prioritizing political messaging over its commercial performance and fan engagement.

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