Danica Patrick backs Riley Gaines against Simone Biles in trans athlete debate
- Former NASCAR driver Danica Patrick publicly supported Riley Gaines in a social media feud with Simone Biles over transgender athletes in women's sports.
- Simone Biles criticized Riley Gaines for her views and called her a sore loser following a race where Gaines competed against a transgender athlete.
- The ongoing debate highlights significant divisions regarding inclusion in women's sports and the rights of female athletes.
In the United States, a heated debate has emerged surrounding transgender athletes competing in women's sports, which has seen public figures engage in social media arguments. The ongoing feud intensified recently between Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines. Simone Biles criticized Riley Gaines for opposing the inclusion of transgender women in female sports, accusing her of being a sore loser for her losses in competitive swimming against transgender athletes. In response, Gaines firmly rejected the notion that men should compete in women's sports, asserting that their presence undermines the opportunities for female athletes. As the argument unfolded, former NASCAR star Danica Patrick entered the conversation, publicly supporting Gaines and condemning Biles' stance. Patrick stated that defending men in women's sports is indicative of a