Tate McRae is facing online backlash after her rumored boyfriend Jack Hughes scored the golden goal.

When Jack Hughes scored the overtime winner to lift Team USA to Olympic gold, the reaction across Canada was one of shock.

But as emotions ran high after the 2-1 OT loss, some of that frustration unexpectedly shifted away from the ice. Instead of criticising the players, a section of Canadian fans turned the blame toward pop star Tate McRae.

McRae, who is Canadian, is currently rumored to be dating Hughes. She has openly supported him throughout the NHL season, including attending his first game back in December after he returned from a serious finger injury.

Within minutes of the golden goal, she started trending on X.

Tate McRae Caught in Olympic Crossfire After Hughes’ Golden Goal

Tate McRae (Photo via Instagram)

Several Canadian fans took to X and targeted the Calgary-born singer for dating the player who broke their hearts.

Check out some reactions:

“I blame Tate McRae,” one fan wrote.

“This is somehow Tate McRae’s fault,” another fan commented.

“Deport Tate McRae I never liked her anyways,” one posted.

“It’s all Tate McRae’s fault. She told Jack all of our secrets,” another replied.

Notably, this is not the first time McRae has faced backlash during these Olympics. Even before the tournament began, some Canadian fans were left disappointed when she appeared in NBCUniversal’s promotion for the 2026 Games, cheering for Team USA.

Fans are now keeping a close eye on McRae’s Instagram activity, waiting to see whether the Canadian pop star will publicly celebrate Jack Hughes’ game-winning goal or choose to stay silent after Canada’s heartbreaking loss.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.