WNBA caught in dispute over transgender player eligibility

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 25 Sept, 12:42 · Archive

The WNBA is at the centre of debate over transgender player eligibility after Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham advocated for protecting young players.

The WNBA has become embroiled in controversy over transgender participation after Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham said she wants to 'protect young girls... who shouldn't have to go against biological men.' Kevin Durant has defended the 'flourishing' league in response. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert is now discussing transgender-player eligibility, though Fox News reports the league has not defined who qualifies as a woman.

How it is being reported

• Jonathan Flora: The WNBA has a courage problem and it’s not Sophie CunninghamFox News · 25 Sept, 11:00
• Sophie Cunningham sends pointed message to her critics with pre-game outfit after transgender firestormDaily Mail Sport · 24 Sept, 13:41
• Kevin Durant brushes off ex-teammate Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA trans controversy to defend 'flourishing' league: 'I don't give a f*** about that'Daily Mail Sport · 23 Sept, 17:18

In this story: Kevin Durant · Sophie Cunningham · Enes Kanter Freedom · Cathy Engelbert · WNBA · Indiana Fever

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