Riley Gaines urges Caitlin Clark, Simone Biles to oppose trans athletes in women's sports

Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer, has called on sports icons Caitlin Clark and Simone Biles to publicly oppose the inclusion of transgender women in women's sports. She emphasized that their support could significantly influence the ongoing debate, which gained traction after transgender swimmer Lia Thomas set NCAA records in 2021-22. Gaines believes that if Clark and Biles were to advocate against trans athletes in women's sports, it could resolve the issue swiftly. The controversy has intensified with recent legal challenges surrounding trans player Blaire Fleming on San Jose State's volleyball team, where Gaines has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA and the university. Gaines argues that there are only a few known trans athletes in collegiate sports, suggesting a need for more stringent policies. Despite the rising support for her stance, neither Clark nor Biles has publicly commented on the issue yet.