Multiple outlets report that a viral video shows an older Chicago Cubs fan slapping a younger man after the younger attendee does not stand for the National Anthem at Wrigley Field. The incident occurs during the anthem on Sunday, according to the accounts. In the footage described by the outlets, the older fan appears to strike the younger man, who is reportedly staying seated while “The Star-Spangled Banner” is played.
The reports note that the video has prompted public debate about anthem etiquette and whether fans should be expected to stand during performances. While the outlets describe the same core event—the slap and the alleged refusal to stand—the accounts do not provide additional details about any investigation, charges, or official response. The incident is widely discussed online primarily because of the contrast between the seated behavior and the older fan’s reaction captured on video.
