Caitlin Clark discusses focus on basketball amid transgender athlete questions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Caitlin Clark addressed reporters on August 6 regarding questions about transgender athletes in women's sports. This is the second time in five days she has been asked about the issue. Clark emphasized her intention to concentrate on her basketball career, stating she prefers to leave discussions about trans athletes to leagues and governing bodies. Her teammate, Sophie Cunningham, has been vocal on the subject, which has sparked various reactions. Cunningham noted she received mixed feedback regarding her views.
- •Clark spoke about focusing on her basketball career on August 6.
- •She previously addressed transgender athlete issues on August 2.
- •Cunningham's opinions on the topic have drawn mixed responses.
- •Clark stated discussions should be handled by leagues and governing bodies.
- •Cunningham engaged with opposing viewpoints prior to a recent game.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark Deflects More Questions About Transgender Athletes, Says She’s Trying to ‘Focus on Basketball’
"The WNBA star addressed the issue for the second time in five days
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