Sophie Cunningham doubles down ahead of Sun game after ESPN profile stirs controversy: 'I said what I said'
Fox News • • sports
Key Points:
- Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham reaffirmed her stance on protecting women's sports from biological male competitors, emphasizing it as a matter of common sense and protecting female athletes rather than politics.
- Cunningham cited Title IX as the legal foundation that ensures opportunities for female athletes and argued that without such protections, women's sports lose their purpose.
- She denied that her position is rooted in bigotry, stating she extends love to all and does not harbor hatred toward the transgender community, focusing instead on safeguarding biological women and girls.
- Cunningham expressed indifference to backlash and political labeling, emphasizing her commitment to her beliefs and morals over public criticism.
- The clip of Cunningham's remarks was shared by OutKick founder Clay Travis, who praised her comments and highlighted support from public figures like J.K. Rowling.
