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Clark’s rising stardom has been compared to that of Tiger Woods in the context of revitalizing an audience. Woods, upon entering professional golf, drew in a new demographic and diversified the sport’s appeal. Conversely, criticisms suggest that the WNBA has struggled to embrace Clark’s arrival as a gift—prompting questions about why a league that has historically suffered from profitability challenges would not wholeheartedly support an athlete bringing new fans and viewers.