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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 02: Alexis Ohanian looks on during the Women’s Singles Third Round match between Ajla Tomlijanovic of Australia and Serena Williams of the United States on Day Five of the 2022 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 02, 2022 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 02: Alexis Ohanian looks on during the Women’s Singles Third Round match between Ajla Tomlijanovic of Australia and Serena Williams of the United States on Day Five of the 2022 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 02, 2022 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
In the world of sports, women have often been undervalued and underrated in comparison to their male counterparts. Like Serena Williams, who has often campaigned for gender equality in sports, her husband, Alexis Ohanian, is also taking a stand against this inequality. Ohanian recently shared a clip of LSU Basketball Star Flau’jae on his Instagram story. In the clip, the basketball star is rapping a rhyme about gender equality.
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The Reddit cofounder has long been a vocal advocate for women’s rights in the workplace. He has often used his platform to elevate the voices of female athletes and push for greater gender quality in sports.
Serena Williams’ husband shares an inspiring clip on his Instagram story
The doting husband of Serena Williams is raising awareness and sparking important conversations about gender bias in sports. Ohanian captioned his Insta story with a powerful message: “I’ll keep saying it – women athletes are criminally underrated and undervalued. In the age of society, they are Queens. So much more engaging than dudes.” Women’s sports have recently enhanced their popularity, particularly evident through the rise of the NWSL in the US.
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AUSTIN, TEXAS – MARCH 13: Alexis Ohanian Sr. speaks onstage at “Featured Session: Empowering the Next Generation to Build a Better Future” during the 2023 SXSW Conference and Festivals at Hilton Austin on March 13, 2023, in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Amy E. Price/Getty Images for SXSW)
Ohanian’s recent Instagram story, featuring Flau’jae’s rap, reminds fans that women athletes are equally talented, hardworking, and deserving of recognition as their male counterparts. By championing women’s sports, Ohanian is contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future for the industry.
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The American entrepreneur has often used his platform to showcase the achievements of female athletes. Furthermore, he has taken proactive measures to support diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. He has invested in female-led startups and supported initiatives that promote these values.
Ohanian shares his love for his women’s soccer club
The American entrepreneur is the primary investor of Angel City FC. It is a Los Angeles-based NWSL club founded to promote gender equality in sports. FIFA has added new features and enhancements to keep the game exciting. Ohanian expressed his delight upon hearing about the addition of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) in the upcoming FIFA 2023 game.
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The Mayor of the Internet shared his excitement in a tweet. The inclusion of the NWSL in FIFA 2023 is a significant accomplishment for the league that will undoubtedly boost its popularity. It will undoubtedly increase exposure among soccer fans and gamers alike.
