Arike Ogunbowale Withdraws from Olympic Team Due to Selection Politics
WNBA star criticizes the subjective criteria of the Olympic selection process, citing politics over performance.
- Ogunbowale removed herself from the Olympic pool, feeling the selection process was politically driven.
- She emphasized that team selection is based more on fit than on-court performance.
- Despite her strong season stats, she believed she wouldn't be chosen for the team.
- Ogunbowale's decision follows the controversial omission of rookie Caitlin Clark.
- The U.S. women's basketball team has faced scrutiny over its selection methods.