Arrr! Brittney Griner be walkin' the plank with them thoughts, forced to pen a letter to that scallywag Putin!
2024-05-02
Arrr mateys! The mighty WNBA star Brittney Griner did reveal her inner thoughts when she found herself in the clutches of the Russian authorities in February of this year. Aye, her tale be told in an interview that aired on Wednesday. Aye, aye, she be a brave soul!
In a recent interview, WNBA star Brittney Griner revealed that she contemplated suicide when she was first arrested and put into a Russian jail in 2022. Griner spoke to ABC News about her experience in Russia, where she was detained on drug smuggling charges. She admitted to feeling so desperate that she wanted to end her life, but ultimately decided against it out of fear that her body would not be released to her family.During her time in prison, Griner was forced to write a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking for forgiveness and thanks. She expressed disappointment that another American detainee, Paul Whelan, was not included in the exchange that led to her release. Despite the harrowing experience, Griner returned to the Phoenix Mercury for the 2023 season and was named an All-Star.The story serves as a reminder of the mental toll that incarceration can take on individuals, even high-profile athletes like Griner. It highlights the importance of mental health support and intervention for those struggling with the trauma of imprisonment.