Sophie Cunningham challenges men's claims about competing in the WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham criticized men who believe they could compete successfully in the WNBA, during a recent episode of her podcast, No Hesitation. Cunningham shared an anecdote about an Uber driver who boasted he could outperform her, emphasizing the gap between actual talent and perception. She acknowledged ongoing discussions around this topic, reiterating that many men lack the skill needed for competitive play in women's basketball. Cunningham's comments follow increased attention on her views regarding women's sports and transgender athletes, further elevating her public profile, which has led her to hire personal security for safety. The growing discourse around gender and competition in sports continues.
- •Cunningham doubts men's ability to compete in the WNBA.
- •She cites an Uber driver claiming he would outperform her.
- •The discussion reflects ongoing debates about gender in sports.
- •Cunningham's public profile has increased, prompting security measures.
- •She has previously spoken against transgender women in women's sports.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘There is no way in hell’: Sophie Cunningham blasts men who think they could play in the WNBA
"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has spent much of the past several months in the headlines after she spoke out against transgender women competing in women’s sports. Now, she’s casting doubt that men could simply join the WNBA and have success. On the latest episode of her podcast, No Hesitation, Cunningham took aim at the…
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