‘Full of Hate and Envy’ — WNBA Legends Ignoring Caitlin Clark’s Dominant World Cup Outing vs. China Sparks Outrage

Caitlin Clark gave Team USA plenty to celebrate in its opening FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup game against China. She delivered a double-double and earned Player of the Game honors in a dominant 94-61 victory.

However, a postgame discussion that highlighted several Team USA veterans without mentioning Clark drew criticism from some of her supporters online.

Fans Blast Tina Charles and Renee Montgomery Over Caitlin Clark Snub

During a discussion about Team USA's victory, Charles and Montgomery highlighted the impact of several veterans, with Jackie Young receiving particular praise. Clark, however, was not mentioned despite being named Player of the Game.

The discussion quickly drew criticism from Clark supporters on X. One fan wrote

"Caitlin rises despite their disrespect. every record she breaks, every time she shines shows everyone just how irrelevant the bias media is. We know who Caitlin is and what she brings to the game and they hate her for it."

Another supporter asked, "Hey @tinacharles31 & @ReneeMontgomery, how does it feel to be full of hate and envy?"

One fan also accused the former WNBA players of being jealous of Clark's popularity, writing

"Theyre jealous of her popularity. Instead of focusing how much Caitlin has benefited the entire W, they show their pettiness. I don't even know who these women are. Before CC, the W was not even on the map. Englebert should have prepared them. Read Christine Brennan's book."

Another fan focused on Clark's performance and the recognition she received outside the United States

"I think Caitlin Clark should go to Europe and play. The refs like her. We'll see what happens. If I was her, I won't sign for long terms in WNBA. Do it only yr to yr basis. Go to Europe."

Monet Asturias took the criticism further, arguing that Clark's contributions to the league have been overlooked:

"I'm not surprised. They don't want to give the white girl props. Everyone else can see it. That's why y'all hated. After what she did for the league, more money, more jersey sales, charter flights, more media exposure & still bunch of haters."

Another fan claimed that Clark was the best player on the pitch

"CC was the best player of the game and she's starting on the bench. It is like telling MJ or Steph to take a seat."

Another supporter said they were unsurprised by the discussion, writing:

"Didn't expect anything else from those two. When it comes to people associated with the activists in the WNBA, I'm shocked when they don't twist themselves into a pretzel trying to avoid saying positive things about Caitlin Clark."

The reactions show how strongly Clark's supporters felt about her absence from the conversation. While the fans' accusations are their own opinions, the debate has added another layer to the attention surrounding Clark's Team USA performances.