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WNBA analyst laments Dream and Valkyries’ ‘disgraceful’ behaviour before Game 1 of finals

Controversy struck prior to the opening contest of the WNBA Finals as both the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries exited the court while the national anthem was being performed. Goapele sang the anthem at Ballhalla Arena, but both competing squads headed toward the locker rooms until the song concluded, sparking significant backlash from spectators online.

Broadcaster Emily Austin publicly condemned the decision by the players as unacceptable. Meanwhile, Jennifer Sey faced verbal abuse from attendees in the crowd during the matchup, and the Valkyries ultimately secured a victory over the Dream in Game 1.

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