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Martina Navratilova criticizes Odyssey Sims for fouling Caitlin Clark

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:40 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Martina Navratilova criticizes Odyssey Sims for fouling Caitlin Clark

Summary

Martina Navratilova condemned Odyssey Sims for a foul on Caitlin Clark during Thursday's game between the Indiana Fever and Dallas Wings. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter when Sims tackled Clark from behind, causing Clark to grimace in pain. Navratilova, responding to a video of the foul, emphasized the need for accountability, arguing that the physicality in the WNBA is excessive. Earlier, Clark and Wings guard Paige Bueckers had a heated exchange that involved physical contact. Navratilova has been vocal about her stance on WNBA policies regarding transgender athletes, previously calling for stricter eligibility criteria.

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By the Numbers

•Navratilova criticized a foul on Clark by Sims.
•The foul occurred with 8:25 left in the game.
•Clark was injured during the incident, holding her knee.
•Navratilova previously addressed WNBA eligibility criteria.
•Clark had a prior altercation with Bueckers during the game.

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9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Martina Navratilova Issues Furious Response To Caitlin Clark Getting Fouled By Wings’ Odyssey Sims

What they're saying

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Martina Navratilova criticized Dallas Wings guard Odyssey Sims for her foul on Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark during Thursday’s game. In the fourth quarter with 8:25 remaining on the clock, Sims tackled Clark from behind and took her to the ground.
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