Caitlin Clark has reiterated her stance on white privilege despite facing criticism for her remarks.
The WNBA star discussed the issue in an interview with TIME after being named Athlete of the Year for 2024 following her successful year with the Indiana Fever.
In her interview, the 22-year-old acknowledged the presence of white privilege in the WNBA, stating that the league has a history of being built on black players.
Her comments triggered a backlash from figures like Megyn Kelly and Jason Whitlock, but Clark stood by her words during a conversation at the Year in Time event in New York.
Clark emphasized the importance of uplifting black women in the league and expressed gratitude for her career achievements.
Caitlin Clark has no regrets over her controversial ‘white privilege’ comments this week
Clark was asked about Megyn Kelly criticism at a TIME event in New York this week
Kelly criticized Clark for her remarks, accusing her of self-flagellation, while Whitlock also condemned her in a fiery tirade.
Clark faced racial controversy during her debut season in the WNBA, particularly after an incident where she was pushed to the ground by Chennedy Carter of the Chicago Sky.
Kelly was furious that Clark, 22, was ‘all but apologizing for being white’ in her interview
Jason Whitlock also turned on Clark too in a furious meltdown on his YouTube channel
Some players in the league have spoken out about the lack of recognition given to black athletes, highlighting ongoing challenges faced by black women in sports.
