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

From BBC

Just two minutes and 40 seconds later, Estevao departed to a standing ovation.

From BBC

He made Alvarez's equaliser and scored City's fourth before leaving to a standing ovation but his whole performance was summed up by a selfless contribution that may just have changed the face of the game.

From BBC

To not give it a standing ovation is to be hardhearted.

From Los Angeles Times

Jabbing a finger in the air, he brought the room to a standing ovation, saying: ”It’s time to compete again here in Pennsylvania!”

From Seattle Times