Why Canadians are stung by Wayne Gretzky’s silence

Wayne Gretzky, the iconic Canadian sports star, defended his nation during the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics, denouncing American propaganda and rallying the Canadian men’s hockey team to win gold. Despite his status as a symbol of national pride, Gretzky’s support of U.S. President Donald Trump and silence on trade disputes have left many Canadians feeling betrayed, sparking a wave of criticism and calls to rename a street in his honor. Gretzky’s legacy as a proud Canadian and international sports legend is now being questioned, as his ties to the U.S. challenge notions of ownership and loyalty in his homeland.

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