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Caitlin Clark Stays Focused Amid Trans Athlete Controversy

8/8/2026

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Caitlin Clark said on Thursday, Aug. 6 she is keeping her focus on basketball despite the controversy.
She had told reporters on Sunday, Aug. 2 that leagues should address trans athletes, making this her second comment on the issue in five days.
Sophie Cunningham said she never claimed to hate trans people, wants to protect girls in sport, and her remarks sparked rallies outside the Fever’s game versus the Minnesota Lynx.

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Caitlin Clark said on Thursday, Aug. 6 she is keeping her focus on basketball despite the controversy.
She had told reporters on Sunday, Aug. 2 that leagues should address trans athletes, making this her second comment on the issue in five days.
Sophie Cunningham said she never claimed to hate trans people, wants to protect girls in sport, and her remarks sparked rallies outside the Fever’s game versus the Minnesota Lynx.