In the United States, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert spoke out against divisive actions regarding transgender athletes. Her comments were made before a game in Dallas, following protests related to Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham's support for barring transgender girls from women's sports. Engelbert condemned the use of the league as a platform for political division and emphasized the need for inclusivity.
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