Sophie Cunningham isn’t rejecting politics. She’s cashing in on them
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a prominent voice in conservative culture-war politics following her July ESPN profile opposing transgender athletes in sports. Her viral confrontation with Caitlin Clark and subsequent comments earned her endorsements and hero status among conservative groups, contrasting sharply with the death threats received by Black player Alyssa Thomas for a similar incident.
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Published 02 Aug 2026, 09:00 UTC · Updated 02 Aug 2026, 10:30 UTC
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