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The incident at the heart of the trial took place in August 2023, following Spain's historic victory over England in the Women's World Cup final held in Sydney. In the frenzy of celebration, Rubiales grabbed Hermoso's head and kissed her on the lips, an act that sparked widespread debate and outrage. Initially shocking, the response to the kiss evolved dramatically when Hermoso stated that she had not consented to the kiss, raising questions about workplace conduct and personal agency within sporting events.