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Chuck Grassley criticizes treatment of Caitlin Clark during game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:21 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Chuck Grassley criticizes treatment of Caitlin Clark during game

Summary

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley expressed concern for Caitlin Clark's treatment on the court following an incident during a WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury on June 24. Clark suffered an injury after a foul by Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas, who will serve a one-game suspension for the act. Grassley stated that Clark is treated unfairly compared to other players, echoing sentiments from Fever head coach Stephanie White regarding the officiating consistency. Clark left the game with a back injury and will not play in the Fever's next matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks scheduled for June 27.

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Status Watch

•Alyssa Thomas pushed Clark's throat with her fist, leading to a Flagrant 2 foul.
•Thomas is suspended for one game due to the incident.
•Grassley calls for fair treatment of Clark and other players.
•Clark will miss the Fever's upcoming game against the Sparks.

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8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Chuck Grassley shares thoughts on Caitlin Clark's treatment

What they're saying

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Following a game against the Phoenix Mercury where Caitlin Clark was injured, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley says she is "treated unfairly" on the court.
— Yahoo Sports

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