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He was handed a standing ovation when he was replaced by Nick Woltemade.

From BBC

According to the reviews reproduced in this edition’s notes, Mingus stole the show, inspiring an unusually emphatic standing ovation.

From The Wall Street Journal

They stayed behind at Joie Stadium on Sunday to show their appreciation, giving her a standing ovation as the club congratulated her formally at full-time.

From BBC

Pang, who lost 6-1 in his only previous meeting with the Welshman, was given a standing ovation after rounding off his win with a superb break of 116.

From BBC

After Spencer pinned Matthew Maynard - an England international - leg before wicket, Richards swaggered to the crease to a standing ovation.

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