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"He should still be welcomed with a huge ovation and real gratitude from all of us. Of course, departures are always complicated," Sa Pinto said.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

There was even a World Series star coming out of the bullpen, new cult hero Will Klein entering the game to the night’s loudest ovation and throwing a scoreless inning.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The crowd in Los Angeles loved it: His win was greeted with a standing ovation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

The elation and relief in the faces of Tandy and his backroom staff and the ovation from the Cardiff crowd demonstrated what this day represented.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Maggie didn’t lose her voice or forget any of her lines and everyone got a standing ovation at the end.

From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy