Where does the nickname latics come from?

The nickname "Latics" for Wigan Athletic Football Club comes from the "Latics" part of the club's full name: Wigan Athletic. It's a shortened, more casual version of the club's name, and has been used by fans and the media for many years.

There's no more complex origin story or specific historical event associated with the nickname. It simply evolved organically as a convenient and catchy way to refer to the team.