It’s fair to say the last day or so has been completely dominated by the US Election and, just like the rest of Twitter, there were plenty of athletes voicing their opinion on the day.
Donald Trump’s performance was as unexpected as it was monumental, but not everyone was too happy about it. Here’s how some of America’s – and Australia’s – athletes reacted to the news.
In America, actually voting is kind of a big deal – a far cry from where the practice is compulsory in Australia – so there were plenty of athletes spruiking their involvement in the Election.
✔️ #iVoted pic.twitter.com/2ijBb50LOE
— Chris Paul (@CP3) November 8, 2016
I just voted for @HillaryClinton …what a time to be alive #Vote #LocalandStatevote #imwithher
— Baron Davis (@BaronDavis) November 8, 2016
As the day wore on, though, the tone got a little less cheery, with Matthew Dellavedova’s Milwaukee Bucks teammate, Jabari Parker, making his position fairly well-known.
I have friends who are Female, Latino, LGBT, muslim, and black. I will not support anyone who disrespects my friends.
— Jabari Parker (@JabariParker) November 9, 2016
He wasn’t alone, either.
Really America? ?
— Ricky Rubio (@rickyrubio9) November 9, 2016
Reigning NBA MVP Steph Curry also chimed in, joining the chorus of praise for CNN presenter Val Jones.
Van Jones….nothing but respect!
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) November 9, 2016
For those who didn’t see it, this was the clip that earned Jones that respect.
.@VanJones68 on #ElectionNight: "This was a whitelash against a changing country" https://t.co/DumWoBvixe pic.twitter.com/Kmt2eBJxci
— CNN (@CNN) November 9, 2016
Of course, there were plenty of Aussies giving their take on proceedings, including now-retired basketball star Lauren Jackson.
Well, this is frightening…
— Lauren Jackson (@laurenej15) November 9, 2016
I thought this was a just a joke.. is this for real??#ElectionDay
— Matt Giteau (@giteau_rugby) November 9, 2016
Sometimes people are just the worst. #USElection2016 #ElectionNight
— Libby Trickett (@libby_trickett) November 9, 2016
How in the world in Trump going to win. Unbelievable. How is he even in the running to win, makes me think. I don't trust Clinton either
— Nathan Peats (@peats05) November 9, 2016
Across the ditch, New Zealand batsman Jimmy Neesham was once again venting his anger at the political goings-on in the world.
You idiots.
— Jimmy Neesham (@JimmyNeesh) November 9, 2016
@JimmyNeesh Thought I'd seen this tweet before… pic.twitter.com/Pr3Z0l5nQS
— Troy Bolton (@Lord_Demichelis) November 9, 2016
Sorry mate, bit busy with the apocalypse. https://t.co/MT7OGKa6Y1
— Jimmy Neesham (@JimmyNeesh) November 9, 2016
Shane Warne, as per usual, was tweeting his own fascinating insights.
Surely people are voting against Clinton & not for Trump. Which means Trump will win as no one trusts Hilary. Is that a fair statement ?
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) November 9, 2016
Cheers Warney. Maybe a career in political analysis awaits after the T20 coaching role?
We’ll leave the final word to the Collingwood Magpies’ ever-entertaining American big man, Mason Cox.
With this crazy election at home I just want to move to the opposite side of the world and live on an island… Oh wait nvm ✔ #RIPUSA
— Mason Cox (@masonsixtencox) November 8, 2016
Hey @JoeBiden I have a pullout couch if you need for the next four years. #becominganaustraliancitizen https://t.co/ERxDYBYa1H
— Mason Cox (@masonsixtencox) November 9, 2016
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