Sophie Cunningham responds to Caitlyn Jenner’s views on trans athletes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:53 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever has sparked a national debate regarding transgender participation in women's sports. This follows Caitlyn Jenner's recent comments on Fox News advocating for stricter regulations to protect women's sports. Cunningham's response incorporates findings from various studies that challenge the notion of a competitive advantage for trans women athletes, emphasizing the complexities of the issue and the need for individualized considerations. Former Olympian Kristi Miller supports Cunningham by referencing research that indicates trans women generally do not outperform cisgender women in several athletic metrics. As discussions evolve, stakeholders continue to assess fair and inclusive policies in sports.
- •Caitlyn Jenner advocates for stricter rules on transgender women in sports.
- •Cunningham challenges Jenner's viewpoint with scientific evidence and research.
- •Miller supports the debate with studies showing minimal advantages for trans athletes.
- •The discourse highlights complex issues surrounding fairness and inclusion in sports.
- 2:53 PMYahoo Sports — Transgender Olympic athlete crushes Caitlyn Jenner’s call to ‘protect women’s sports’
"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham ignited a nationwide conversation about whether or not transgender women should play in women’s sports. Recently, one of the most prominent women in American culture, Caitlyn Jenner, weighed in on the issue on Fox News. In a recent interview with Piers Morgan on TalkTV, the former Olympic gold medalist expressed…
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