Sophie Cunningham acknowledges fan parade held during WNBA FIBA break

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham reacted on Instagram to a video featuring a parade held in her honor. The footage showed fans wearing blonde wigs and mimicking the player's gestures while marching. Cunningham, who is currently away from her teammates as they compete in the FIBA World Cup in Berlin, shared the clip on September 6. Her public profile has grown through various social media interactions, including a widely shared gesture toward DeWanna Bonner during a June game. Cunningham has recently maintained a high follower count on Instagram and TikTok, surpassing teammate Caitlin Clark on both platforms. She continues to secure endorsement deals with several brands, including Adidas and Once Upon a Coconut, amidst the WNBA's three-week hiatus for the tournament.

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