Skip Bayless expressed his concern about praising Caitlin Clark, stating, "I did not want to look like this red state white guy cheering for this red state White girl." He acknowledged the complexities of race in sports discussions.
Bayless reflected on the implications of Clark's success, saying, "I didn't want to pour gasoline on that fire. Maybe I was wrong about this, but Caitlin Clark started to feel like, to me, some sort of new right-wing symbol."
Discussing the societal divide, he said, "Our country feels split enough racially already," highlighting his reluctance to engage in discussions that could exacerbate racial tensions.
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