Paige Blake performs electric guitar anthem before Union Jack Classic

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Paige Blake performs electric guitar anthem before Union Jack Classic
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Paige Blake performed a unique electric guitar rendition of the National Anthem before the Union Jack Classic at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night. Thousands of fans joined in singing along to her instrumental version, which received mixed reactions on social media. The performance coincided with the anniversary of Jimi Hendrix’s famous version. Arizona State defeated Kansas 24-17 in the game, marking a significant event as part of a multi-year plan to host Big 12 Conference games in London, with organizers set to play one game each year for three years. Arizona State improved to 2-1 overall while Kansas fell to 1-2.

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  • Paige Blake performed before the Union Jack Classic at Wembley Stadium
  • Thousands of fans participated by singing along
  • Arizona State won 24-17 against Kansas
  • This marks the first Big 12 game held in London
  • Arizona State improves to 2-1 overall, Kansas drops to 1-2
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Paige Blake delivered a National Anthem performance like no other before the Union Jack Classic between Arizona State and Kansas at Wembley Stadium Saturday night. She played an electric guitar… The post Fans Are Divided Over Paige Blake’s Electric Guitar Anthem Before The Union Jack Classic appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & Morero.

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