‘She’s leaning into MAGA’: Sophie Cunningham sparks outrage with UFC move
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham faces public backlash following a guest appearance as an Octagon Girl at UFC 329.
Coverage (6)
- Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham stuns as a UFC ring girl. Her reaction to the opportunity IndyStar · 49d ago
- Sophie Cunningham steps into spotlight as guest Octagon Girl at McGregor-Holloway fight USA Today · 49d ago
- “Caitlin Clark on a Budget”: Fever Star Cracks Up Fans After Revealing Subscription Struggles to Watch Sophie Cunningham’s Ring Girl Debut Yahoo Sports · 49d ago
- WNBA's Sophie Cunningham Serves as Ring Girl for Pimblett vs. Saint Denis in UFC 329 Video, Photos Bleacher Report · 49d ago
- Sophie Cunningham went from UFC 329 Octagon girl to torching the Las Vegas Aces in under 24 hours Fox News · 49d ago
- ‘She’s leaning into MAGA’: Sophie Cunningham sparks outrage with UFC move Yahoo Sports · 49d ago
Where it stands
Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham recently served as a guest Octagon Girl at the UFC 329 event featuring Pimblett versus Saint Denis. The appearance occurred in Las Vegas shortly before the athlete competed against the Las Vegas Aces in a WNBA game.
Coverage from outlets including IndyStar, USA Today, Yahoo Sports, Bleacher Report, and Fox News highlights the athlete's transition from the cage to the basketball court. Reports note viewer reactions ranging from lighthearted commentary regarding subscription access to public backlash involving political associations.
Future developments remain unspecified by current reporting. Observers are monitoring whether the athlete addresses the reception of her public appearance or how the situation impacts her professional schedule.
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Answered
What specific event did Sophie Cunningham participate in?
Sophie Cunningham served as a guest Octagon Girl for the UFC 329 event, which included a match between Pimblett and Saint Denis.
Why is there public outrage surrounding the move?
According to coverage from Yahoo Sports, some reactions to the appearance included claims that Cunningham is leaning into MAGA.
Did the UFC appearance interfere with her basketball career?
Reports indicate that Cunningham played against the Las Vegas Aces within 24 hours of her appearance at UFC 329.
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