Racism, sexism and LGBTQphobia tarnish the rise of women's basketball in the US
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DiJonai Carrington, a player for the Connecticut Sun, highlighted the severe impact of online harassment stating, 'Athletes are human beings, and we feel this violence.' This sentiment reflects the growing mental burden athletes face due to online hate.
Caitlin Clark emphasized the negativity surrounding these attacks, saying, 'Those who insult aren't fans. Those are trolls, and it's a real disservice to the people in our league, the organization, the WNBA.' Her words underline the importance of supporting players.
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