Megan Rapinoe criticizes Sophie Cunningham amid WNBA political fallout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Megan Rapinoe has spoken out against Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham due to her political affiliations. Rapinoe's comments followed a photo of Cunningham with Riley Gaines, a figure known for opposing trans athletes in women's sports. Cunningham has previously expressed support for the trans community while also stating opposition to their participation in women's sports. This controversy comes as the Fever navigate a politically charged season, with implications for team dynamics as they aim for a WNBA Championship. Cunningham has sought to downplay the drama surrounding her comments and actions.
- •Megan Rapinoe criticizes Sophie Cunningham for her political actions.
- •Cunningham posed with Riley Gaines after a Fever game.
- •Cunningham has expressed conflicting views on trans athlete participation.
- •The Indiana Fever are dealing with political fallout this season.
- •Cunningham aims to shift focus back to basketball amid controversy.
- 2:16 AMYahoo Sports — Megan Rapinoe Calls Out Sophie Cunningham Over WNBA Drama
"The Indiana Fever have been dealing with the fallout of politics impacting their team this season. Both Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham have found themselves in stories involving right wing politicians speaking in favor of them against others. While Clark has distanced herself from making any political comments, Cunningham discussing the topic of trans athletes […] The post Megan Rapinoe Calls Out Sophie Cunningham Over WNBA Drama appeared first on HEAVY.
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