Sophie Cunningham criticizes media following Caitlin Clark controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:44 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Sophie Cunningham called out the media amid ongoing discussions about trans athletes in women's sports during a press conference on August 5. Her remarks followed criticism of Caitlin Clark, who faced backlash from the right wing regarding her stance on the issue. Jemele Hill stated that Cunningham's comments were influenced by external pressure to divert attention. Cunningham has since urged the media to focus on basketball instead of her remarks, which have sparked protests for and against trans athletes. In response, analyst Robin Lundberg supported Cunningham's plea for basketball to take precedence in coverage.
- •Sophie Cunningham criticized media focus over trans athlete remarks.
- •Jemele Hill believes right wing vilified Caitlin Clark.
- •Cunningham urged media to concentrate on basketball.
- •Her comments have led to protests regarding trans athlete involvement.
- •WNBA analyst Robin Lundberg supported Cunningham's position.
- 8:44 AMYahoo Sports — Jemele Hill Feels Sophie Cunningham Was Forced to Blame Media after Right Wing “Vilified” Caitlin Clark
"Jemele Hill believes the treatment Caitlin Clark received by the “right wing” played a role in Sophie Cunningham’s decision to call out the media on Wednesday. Amid criticism over her remarks on excluding trans athletes from women’s sports, Cunningham said the media had taken the attention away from basketball this past week.
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