In his UFC debut on Paramount+, heavyweight Josh Hokitt’s second-round victory showcased some of the sport’s most troubling aspects. After defeating Denzel Freeman by TKO, Hokitt recited a post-fight poem that concluded with the disparaging line, “And P.S., Brittney Greiner is a man.”
Taking cheap shots at Brittney Greiner—a celebrated women’s basketball star and ten-time WNBA All-Star—is already offensive. Yet, members of the broadcast team appeared to endorse Hokitt’s inappropriate remarks as humorous. Joe Rogan, given an opportunity to reprimand Hokitt, instead responded with, “Britney Greiner is catching stray dogs.”
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This article was originally published by USA TODAY under the title: Josh Hokitt’s comments on Brittney Greiner highlight UFC’s worst results.
Fan Take: This incident is particularly troubling for WNBA fans, as it perpetuates harmful stereotypes and undermines respect for female athletes. If such comments go unchecked, it could contribute to a toxic environment that hinders the growth and recognition of women’s sports.
