Sophie Clarke took a break from her honeymoon with her new husband, Jake Daniels, to lend her support to soccer sensation Mia Johnson, who faced backlash for her “tea-sipping” celebration during the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
For those who might not be aware, the controversy erupted when Mia celebrated a pivotal goal in a match against Canada by mimicking sipping tea. While some applauded her creative flair, others deemed it arrogant. Critics also pointed out that this backlash seemed steeped in sexism, as male athletes frequently celebrate their victories without facing similar scrutiny.
Mia herself addressed the uproar, attributing her inspiration for the gesture to Sophie, who often shares similar tea-sipping moments in her social media posts. Mia also noted the double standard, highlighting how male players can celebrate by “adjusting their shorts” without garnering any criticism.
In a video shared on her Instagram stories, Sophie, who hails from England and is a proud advocate for women’s sports, expressed her solidarity with Mia. “I’m on my honeymoon, not glued to my phone, but I had to take a moment to address this,” she said. “While I’m heartbroken that the U.K. team didn’t advance, I’m so proud of the U.S. women’s team for their incredible performance.”
Sophie further praised Mia, saying, “To Mia Johnson, all the critics who believe your celebration was disrespectful — I’m flattered that you thought of me! Those who are hating are likely just sipping kombucha at home,” she joked. “I’m beyond proud of you, Mia. Congrats on your win. That’s the real tea!”
Naturally, fans on social media were thrilled with Sophie’s empowering words.
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In summary, Sophie Clarke’s supportive response to Mia Johnson’s critics highlights the importance of empowering women in sports. The backlash against Mia’s celebration reveals a larger issue of sexism in sports, making Sophie’s words resonate even more.