Livvy Dunne did good work on Friday calling the traditional “Riders up!” at the 2025 Kentucky Oaks.
But some people didn’t think so, criticizing the LSU gymnast — who’s dating Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes — for an awkward line read on live television.
Dunne provided a simple explanation on TikTok, where she explained what happened in the comments section: “I couldn’t hear myself because of the echo of the microphone.”
She also replied to someone asking “Why are people so mean to you?” with a simple, “Yes.”
That’s it. Can we all move on and stop criticizing her? About … everything? Thanks.
🗣️ RIDERS UP!
Livvy Dunne sets us up for the 2025 Kentucky Oaks. 🌸 pic.twitter.com/YPfsnNJWg7
— NBC Sports (@NBCSports) May 2, 2025
That’s that.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Livvy Dunne responds on TikTok to Kentucky Oaks “Riders up” call
Livvy Dunne did good work on Friday calling the traditional “Riders up!” at the 2025 Kentucky Oaks.
But some people didn’t think so, criticizing the LSU gymnast — who’s dating Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes — for an awkward line read on live television.
Dunne provided a simple explanation on TikTok, where she explained what happened in the comments section: “I couldn’t hear myself because of the echo of the microphone.”
She also replied to someone asking “Why are people so mean to you?” with a simple, “Yes.”
That’s it. Can we all move on and stop criticizing her? About … everything? Thanks.
🗣️ RIDERS UP!
Livvy Dunne sets us up for the 2025 Kentucky Oaks. 🌸 pic.twitter.com/YPfsnNJWg7
— NBC Sports (@NBCSports) May 2, 2025
That’s that.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Livvy Dunne responds on TikTok to Kentucky Oaks “Riders up” call
