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Megyn Kelly criticizes Caitlin Clark for transgender athlete response

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Megyn Kelly criticizes Caitlin Clark for transgender athlete response

Summary

Megyn Kelly criticized Caitlin Clark for her response to questions about transgender athletes competing in women's sports. During a media session on August 2, Clark chose to sidestep a direct answer, stating it was a matter for leagues and governing bodies. Kelly labeled Clark’s response as 'cowardly,' expressing disapproval of the lack of clear stances among athletes in light of the ongoing debate. Clark's comments followed a teammate's controversial stance against transgender athletes participating in women's categories, sparking further discussion in the WNBA community.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark responded cautiously to the transgender athlete debate.
•Megyn Kelly labeled Clark's response 'cowardly' on her podcast.
•Clark indicated the topic isn't frequently discussed among her teammates.
•The conversation was prompted by Sophie Cunningham's controversial remarks.
•Cunningham firmly supports restricting transgender athletes from women's sports.

Latest Updates

1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Megyn Kelly Blasts ‘Cowardly’ Caitlin Clark For ‘Refusing’ To Pick A Side On Transgender Debate

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Right-wing political commentator Megyn Kelly has an issue with Caitlin Clark. On Sunday, August 2, Clark was asked to weigh The Megyn Kelly Blasts ‘Cowardly’ Caitlin Clark For ‘Refusing’ To Pick A Side On Transgender Debate first appeared on The Blast
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