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Fox News coverage of Sophie Cunningham draws backlash from fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:31 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Fox News coverage of Sophie Cunningham draws backlash from fans

Summary

The Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream 95-91 in overtime on August 16, 2026. Caitlin Clark led with 26 points and nine assists. Attention shifted to guard Sophie Cunningham, who scored three points and has faced criticism for being labeled a 'superstar' by Fox News. Cunningham's earlier comments regarding transgender athletes have fueled debate and garnered both support and backlash. This incident highlights the ongoing controversy surrounding her statements and performance metrics.

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By the Numbers

•Indiana Fever wins against Atlanta Dream in overtime
•Caitlin Clark scores 26 points and 9 assists
•Sophie Cunningham averages 8.7 points this season
•Fox News' label of Cunningham as 'superstar' sparks outrage
•Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes stir debate

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2:31 PMYahoo Sports — ‘She’s literally one of the worst players’: Fox News sparks outrage with coverage of Sophie Cunningham

What they're saying

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The Indiana Fever went 3-0 last week, capping off the run with an overtime win against a potential first-round playoff opponent in the Atlanta Dream. Caitlin Clark dominated in the game, scoring 26 points and adding nine assists in the 95-91 victory. However, as has been the case lately, a lot of attention was paid…
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