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Caitlin Clark addresses retirement rumors after Fever loss to Lynx

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Caitlin Clark addresses retirement rumors after Fever loss to Lynx

Summary

Sophie Cunningham faced criticism after failing to score in 16 minutes during the Indiana Fever's blowout loss to the Minnesota Lynx. Following the defeat, a viral rumor claimed Cunningham had announced her retirement. Caitlin Clark later clarified that the farewell message attributed to her was fake. The Fever now prepare for their first-round postseason matchup against the Las Vegas Aces.

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What We Know

•Sophie Cunningham did not score during a 20-point loss to the Lynx.
•Viral retirement rumors about Cunningham were confirmed as false.
•Caitlin Clark's comments addressing the rumors were fabricated.
•The Fever are preparing for a playoff matchup against the Aces.

Latest Updates

10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark giving ‘proper farewell’ to Sophie Cunningham vs. Lynx viral rumor explained

What they're saying

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A viral rumor claims Sophie Cunningham has already played the final game of her WNBA career. The Indiana Fever had a terrible ending to the 2026 WNBA regular season as they suffered a blowout defeat against the Minnesota Lynx ahead of the playoffs.
— Yahoo Sports

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