Caitlin Clark condemns hatred, says she's out Sunday (back)
Caitlin Clark has issued a public condemnation of online harassment targeting WNBA players while confirming her absence from this Sunday's game.
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Caitlin Clark has spoken out against the surge of online threats directed at WNBA players, stating that such behavior is unacceptable. Concurrently, Clark confirmed she will not participate in Sunday's game due to a back injury.
Coverage from AP News, WANE 15, NBC Sports, and The Guardian highlights Clark's stance against the harassment. Yahoo Sports reports indicate she is also facing scrutiny regarding the timing of her response to the fallout involving Alyssa Thomas.
Future reports will track the status of Clark's recovery following her confirmed absence this Sunday. Coverage does not yet specify a timeline for her return to active play.
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Quick answers
What did Caitlin Clark say regarding online threats?
Clark condemned the harassment of WNBA players and stated that none of the behavior is acceptable.
Why is Caitlin Clark missing the upcoming game?
According to ESPN, she is out on Sunday due to a back injury.
Is there criticism regarding Clark's response?
Yes, Yahoo Sports notes she is facing scrutiny regarding the timing of her response to the fallout involving Alyssa Thomas.
Coverage (6)
- Caitlin Clark condemns ‘harassment’ as WNBA players face a surge of online threats WANE 15 · 14h ago
- Caitlin Clark condemns ‘harassment’ as WNBA players face a surge of online threats AP News · 14h ago
- Caitlin Clark Facing Scrutiny For 'Late' Response To Alyssa Thomas Fallout Yahoo Sports · 14h ago
- Caitlin Clark condemns ‘harassment’ as WNBA players face a surge of online threats NBC Sports · 14h ago
- 'None of that is OK': Caitlin Clark speaks out against online abuse of WNBA players The Guardian · 14h ago
- Caitlin Clark condemns hatred, says she's out Sunday (back) ESPN · 14h ago
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