WNBA faces criticism as Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham dominate headlines
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The WNBA is amid controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark, who has faced backlash from columnists for her flopping during games. Criticism intensified after a USA Today piece linked her fandom to problematic factions. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham's recent comments about transgender athletes have sparked further debate. The league's players union has advised against monetizing Cunningham's viral moment, indicating a focus on different narratives instead of the actual gameplay. As these discussions continue, the league looks to shift attention back to basketball rather than off-court issues.
- •Caitlin Clark criticized for flopping; backlash from media and fans.
- •USA Today column links Clark’s fandom to extremist factions.
- •Sophie Cunningham makes controversial comments on transgender athletes.
- •WNBA players union advises against monetizing Cunningham's viral incident.
- •Debate over off-court issues overshadows actual basketball events.
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — People Have Got To Try Being Normal About Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and the WNBA
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