Caitlin Clark's race has unfortunately been a topic of conversation ever since she had been drafted into the WNBA, with her being criticized for speaking on her 'white privilege' in a recent interview

After receiving TIME's Athlete of the Year award, Caitlin Clark has appeared on social media to respond to one of her teammate's recognitions.

Clark’s year has been a testament to that confidence, as she led her Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA Championship game and transitioned seamlessly into the WNBA. She has broken records, earned Rookie of the Year honor and became a role model for aspiring athletes.