Refining memes

The specific theme I look to explore through Britney Griner is the gender stereotypes that are placed on female athletes because of their physical appearance and the style in which she dominates her sport. My research explores the theme of stereotypes in relation to gender.
My proposed research question is should the physical appearance and dominance of a woman in her sport make her more of a man than a woman?
I will study ten internet memes related too Britney Griner humored to be a male because of her physical appearance.
Memes will be selected based on female gender stereotypes related to athleticism, physical strength, appearance, that have to do with the female athletes. Specifically Britney Griner.

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