Brittney Griner Shocks Fans by Calling Sophie Cunningham a “Fking White Girl” After Viral Twerking Celebration**
The latest drama in the WNBA has sent shockwaves through social media, as
superstar Brittney Griner allegedly took a harsh jab at fellow player Sophie
Cunningham following her now-viral twerking celebration after winning the
Commissioner’s Cup. In a leaked video from a behind-the-scenes conversation with
other Phoenix Mercury players, Griner was reportedly heard saying:
“I’m sick of that f**king white girl getting attention for shaking her ass.”
The alleged comment quickly divided the WNBA community and fans alike.
Some have strongly criticized Griner for what they describe as a racially charged
and jealous outburst, arguing that Cunningham should not be attacked simply for
how she chose to celebrate a hard-fought victory. Others, however, echoed Griner’s
frustration, claiming that Sophie is “clout-chasing” and using her sexuality to steal
the spotlight, rather than honoring the spirit of the game.
Sophie Cunningham, who became a social media sensation for her bold and
energetic twerking in the Fever locker room after the championship win, has yet to
respond publicly to Griner’s comment. However, her representative issued a brief
statement:
“Sophie celebrates with joy, confidence, and zero intention to offend. The focus
should be on the win, not the hate.”
As the WNBA continues its efforts to build a reputation for unity and
professionalism, this incident raises deeper questions about race, gender, and how
individuality should be expressed in elite women’s sports. League officials have not
yet made an official statement regarding the controversy.
The Fever were missing All-Star guard Caitlin Clark, but Sophie Cunningham was on
her game to will the team to victory.
Natasha Howard had 16 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists on Tuesday night as
the Indiana Fever defeated the Minnesota Lynx 74-59 in the WNBA Commissioner’s
Cup final.
Cunningham scored 13 points while Aliyah Boston, Aari McDonald, and Kelsey
Mitchell each scored 12 points.
Minnesota had its worst offensive performance of the season, shooting 34.9% from
the floor, which is a testament to how the Fever’s defense was playing.
Caitlin Clark, who has been sidelined since June 24 with a strained groin, cheered
on the squad as they overcame an early 13-point deficit with balanced scoring and
a stout defensive performance against the team with the best record in the league.
When Minnesota rallied to cut their deficit to 60-51 midway through the fourth
quarter, Sophie Cunningham buried her third 3-pointer of the night to silence the
crowd and send the Fever on their way.
It was the biggest moment of the game.
Following the contest, it was time for the ladies to party in the locker room.
With thousands of people watching on Instagram live, Sophie Cunningham decided
to show off hr twerking skills as she bent down and started shaking her booty in the
camera.
Sophie Cunningham twerking after winning the Cup 😭 pic.twitter.com/Z7VTXIG4jV
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Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham offered an interesting take Tuesday on
the cities the WNBA selected for its three expansion franchises.
Following Monday’s announcement about Cleveland, Philadelphia, and Detroit, she
suggested other cities she believes are worthy of being awarded a WNBA franchise.
“I also think that you want to listen to your players, too,” Cunningham said.
Where do they want to play? Where are they gonna get excited to play and
draw fans? I do think that Miami would have been a great [location]. Everyone
loves Florida.
Nashville is an amazing city. Kansas City, amazing opportunity. There’s a huge
arena downtown that no one’s using,” Cunningham continued, adding that the
NWSL’s Current – co-owned by Chiefs quarterback and Patrick Mahomes and
his wife, Brittany – draws fans to Kansas City.
“I’m not so sure what the thought process is there, but at the end of the day,
you want to make sure that you’re not expanding our league too fast. I think
that’s also another thing. It’s kind of a hard decision-making situation. But
man, I don’t know how excited people are to be going to Detroit or [Cleveland].”
The WNBA is expanding to Cleveland in 2028, followed by Detroit in 2029 and
Philadelphia in 2030, bringing the league to 18 teams.
