Khadija Shaw's Salute Highlights Racism in Sports

Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw, a prominent Jamaican striker for Manchester City's women's team, performed the Black Power salute after scoring during a 4-0 victory over Liverpool, marking her return to the starting lineup after facing racist and misogynistic abuse online. This gesture, famously associated with the 1968 Olympics protest by Tommie Smith and John Carlos, was a powerful statement against racial injustice. Shaw had previously withdrawn from a League Cup semifinal against Arsenal to protect her mental well-being following the abuse. Her return was marked by strong support from teammates and fans, with a standing ovation at Joie Stadium and widespread social media condemnation of the abuse. City manager Gareth Taylor praised Shaw's resilience and expressed the club's ongoing support for her. Shaw's impactful performance, scoring twice, underlines her critical role in the team, which struggled in her absence due to injury and personal leave.