What is the 'Trump dance'? And where have we seen it in sport?
As the 'Trump dance' gains attention once again, we look at which sportspeople are doing it - and why.
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"I want to say a big, big thank you to President Donald Trump for being here. What do you guys think about my version of the Donald Trump?"
— Jon Jones , Athlete
"I saw everyone doing it in the NFL, I saw Jon Jones do it, and we were just having a bit of fun. Obviously, that’s the 'Trump Dance' but it was just a dance that everyone was doing."
— Christian Pulisic , Athlete
Key People
Charley Hull is an English professional golfer known for her impressive performances.
Christian Pulisic is a star forward for the United States soccer team.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Folarin Balogun is a professional soccer player who represents the U.S. Men’s National Team.
Jon Jones is a mixed martial artist and former UFC Heavyweight Champion.
Nick Bosa is a professional American football player for the San Francisco 49ers.
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As the 'Trump dance' gains attention once again, we look at which sportspeople are doing it - and why.
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