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Serena Williams’ coach calls out Riley Gaines for silence on Cornell sexual assault case

Serena Williams' coach, Rennae Stubbs, recently called out Riley Gaines for staying completely silent about the Cornell sexual assault case regarding a transgender student identified as Jane Doe.

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 9:51 AM
Serena Williams’ coach calls out Riley Gaines for silence on Cornell sexual assault case
Key Things to Know
  • Rennae Stubbs called out Riley Gaines for not addressing a Cornell sexual assault case involving a transgender student.
  • The case involves an alleged October 2024 sexual assault at a Chi Phi fraternity that recently reopened its criminal probe.
  • Stubbs criticized Gaines for not advocating for all women's rights, specifically regarding transgender individuals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Serena Williams' coach, Rennae Stubbs, has criticized former collegiate swimmer and activist Riley Gaines for remaining silent regarding a Cornell sexual assault case involving a transgender student. The case involves an alleged assault by fraternity members in October 2024, which recently led to a reopened criminal investigation in New York.

Stubbs, an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, shared a social media post calling out Gaines for allegedly failing to support women's rights when transgender individuals are involved. Gaines is widely known for campaigning against the inclusion of transgender women in female sports categories.

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