The world continues to mourn the loss of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, who passed away at the age of 71. Today, another emotional tribute emerged—this time from Caitlin Clark, the basketball phenom whose rise to fame has captivated millions. In a heartfelt post, Clark opened up about her final moments with Hulk Hogan, revealing his last words to her—words so powerful they have left fans in tears.

A Surprising Friendship

While many fans were unaware of the connection between the 22-year-old WNBA superstar and the legendary wrestler, Caitlin Clark’s tribute revealed a deep, meaningful bond that extended beyond fame or generation.

“Hulk wasn’t just a hero to millions—he was one of mine too,” Clark began. “But more than that, he became a friend. A mentor. Someone who believed in me when I was just a kid with a dream and a jump shot.”

Clark explained that she had first met Hulk Hogan at a charity sports event when she was in high school. “He came right up to me and said, ‘You’ve got fire, kid. Don’t let this world dim it.’ I never forgot that.” From that day on, the two stayed in touch, exchanging messages of encouragement during high-stakes games, tough injuries, and public pressure.

“He called me ‘Champ’ before anyone else did,” Clark wrote. “That meant everything.”

The Final Visit

Caitlin Clark shared that just days before his passing, she was able to visit Hogan in a private, quiet setting. Despite his declining health, she said he was alert, smiling, and still carried the spark of the legend he always was.

As she held his hand and thanked him for believing in her, Hogan looked at her with the same intensity he once brought to the ring and said:
“Make ‘em feel it, Caitlin. Every shot, every step. You’ve got the whole world watching now—show ‘em what heart really looks like.”

Clark admitted she broke down in tears. “Those were the last words he ever said to me,” she wrote. “And I will carry them with me for the rest of my life—on every court, in every game, no matter what.”

Fans React with Emotion

Almost immediately, Clark’s post went viral, drawing an outpouring of emotion from both basketball and wrestling fans alike. Hashtags like #RIPHulkHogan, #CaitlinAndHogan, and #MakeEmFeelIt began trending, with people around the world echoing the message Hogan gave her.

“Even in his final days, he was lifting someone else up,” one fan wrote. “That’s what true greatness looks like.”

Sports commentators also praised Clark for sharing such a vulnerable and human moment. ESPN analyst Doris Burke said on-air, “This just shows that Hogan wasn’t only a giant in wrestling—he was a giant in people’s lives. And Caitlin Clark is carrying that torch now.”

A Legacy in Motion

Clark, who has already made history with record-breaking performances and trailblazing moves in the WNBA, said that Hogan’s words will forever fuel her. “He believed in strength—not just physical, but emotional. He wanted people to fight for something bigger than themselves. That’s what I’ll try to do now, every single day.”

She ended her tribute with a line that has since gone viral:
“You were the real champ, Hulk. Now it’s my turn to keep the fight going. I won’t let you down.”

A Legend’s Final Gift

Hulk Hogan’s passing has triggered grief worldwide, but it has also revealed just how far his impact reached—far beyond the squared circle. His final words to Caitlin Clark were not just for her. They were for every young athlete, every underdog, every person chasing greatness with the odds stacked against them.

He didn’t just tell Caitlin to “make ‘em feel it.” He told the world that heart is what matters most—and in doing so, gave one last lesson before saying goodbye.

Rest in peace, Hulk Hogan.Your strength lives on—in every ring, every arena, every court.

And thanks to Caitlin Clark, your message will keep echoing for generations to come.