Athletes perform 'Trump dance' during various sporting events
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:17 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The 'Trump dance' has resurfaced in sports, with athletes from different disciplines showcasing the routine. Belgium's soccer team mimicked the moves after scoring against the USA during a World Cup match, amid ongoing controversy regarding US President Trump's intervention in a player's suspension. The dance, characterized by hip swaying and fist pumping, has been adopted by sportspeople like Nick Bosa and Christian Pulisic. Their performances highlight a trend that transcends sports, often appearing as light-hearted celebration rather than a direct political statement. The NFL has acknowledged the dance as a celebratory act without political implications, indicating it won't issue penalties for its execution.
- •Belgium mimics 'Trump dance' after goal against USA in World Cup.
- •Nick Bosa and Christian Pulisic among athletes performing the dance.
- •NFL states it won't penalize players for the dance.
- •Dance has gained global traction across various sports leagues.
- •Trump's intervention in player suspension added to match controversy.
- 10:17 AMYahoo Sports — 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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