Pat McAfee issued an apology after using inappropriate language to describe WNBA star Caitlin Clark on his show, “The Pat McAfee Show.”
During a segment discussing the impact of the 2024 WNBA draft class, McAfee referred to Clark as a “white bitch,” sparking backlash on social media.
In his apology, McAfee acknowledged that his choice of words was disrespectful and expressed regret for using such language, stating that he has “way too much respect for her and women to put that into the universe.” He also sent a private apology to Clark directly.
Pat McAfee’s derogatory comment about WNBA’s Caitlin Clark sparks backlash, prompting apology and reflection.
The incident occurred amid ongoing discourse around Clark’s relationship with other WNBA players, particularly after a hard foul committed by Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter on Clark during a game.
Carter’s foul was later upgraded to a flagrant 1 penalty, and Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon issued a statement emphasizing that Carter’s actions were not appropriate.
McAfee defended his original sentiment about Clark and the WNBA, stating that his intentions were complementary and that “everything else [he] said… still alllllll facts.” However, the use of derogatory language overshadowed his message, prompting his apology.
The situation highlights the importance of respectful discourse in sports commentary and the need to address issues of gender and race with sensitivity and understanding.
