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Megan Rapinoe responds to Enes Kanter's comments on protecting women

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:45 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Megan Rapinoe responds to Enes Kanter's comments on protecting women

Summary

Megan Rapinoe criticized Enes Kanter's remarks about wanting to 'protect women' following his ejection from the Chicago Sky meeting with the Indiana Fever. In her podcast, Rapinoe offered a sarcastic take, questioning Kanter's motivations and his presence in women’s sports. Kanter, who spoke to Fox News after the incident, defended his actions, denying that he violated any rules and asked for a clear definition of a woman. The incident highlights ongoing discussions around gender issues in sports and the role of men in women's leagues.

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•Megan Rapinoe criticizes Enes Kanter's comments on protecting women.
•Kanter was ejected from the Chicago Sky meeting with the Indiana Fever.
•He defended his actions, claiming he did not break any rules.
•Rapinoe questions the need for men in women's sports.
•Kanter seeks clarity on the definition of a woman.

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8:45 AMYahoo Sports — Former female soccer star gives sarcastic response to Enes Kanter’s ‘protect women’ comments

What they're saying

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Megan Rapinoe has mocked Enes Kanter after he recently said that he just wanted to ‘protect women’. Kanter made headlines again recently after he was removed from the Chicago Sky’s meeting with the Indiana Fever after having words with Natasha Cloud.
— Yahoo Sports

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