Wings' Fudd tops Fire's Carleton to win WNBA 3-point shootout
Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd makes history as the first rookie to win the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest, defeating Fire guard Bridget Carleton.
📍 Where it landed
Azzi Fudd’s victory was reported as the first rookie to win the WNBA All‑Star weekend 3‑point shootout, a milestone noted by several outlets. After the win she challenged Steph Curry to a rematch and the contest sparked commentary from players such as Kayla McBride, while the event was featured alongside the new Shooting Stars competition.
Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd secured a victory in the WNBA All-Star 3-point shootout, marking the first time a rookie has won the event. In the accompanying Shooting Stars Challenge, the team of Shakira Austin, Elena Delle Donne, and GG Banks emerged as winners.
Coverage from outlets including NBC News, The Boston Globe, and ESPN emphasizes the historical significance of Fudd’s win. Reports from Fox News additionally highlight discussions among players regarding the event's structure and invitation process, while USA Today notes post-contest comments from Fudd regarding a potential rematch against Steph Curry.
Public interest remains on the remaining WNBA All-Star weekend events. Coverage does not yet specify further details regarding future competition schedules or official responses to player concerns about the contest format.
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The reporting (9)
- Dallas’ Azzi Fudd first rookie to win 3-point shootout at WNBA All-Star weekend AP News · 46d ago
- Dallas Wings’ Azzi Fudd becomes first rookie to win 3-point shootout at WNBA All-Star weekend NBC News · 46d ago
- WNBA All-Star watch guide: What to know about 3-point contest, new Shooting Stars event The New York Times · 46d ago
- Azzi Fudd wins WNBA All-Star 3-point contest; Shakira Austin, Elena Delle Donne, GG Banks take Shooting Stars Challenge Yahoo Sports · 46d ago
- Dallas’ Azzi Fudd becomes first rookie to win 3-point shootout The Boston Globe · 46d ago
- 2026 Kia WNBA Shooting Stars Participants WNBA · 46d ago
- Lynx star Kayla McBride becomes latest to speak out on WNBA 3-point contest drama: ‘Half a-- invite’ Fox News · 46d ago
- Azzi Fudd challenges Steph Curry to 3-point contest rematch after win USA Today · 46d ago
- Wings' Fudd tops Fire's Carleton to win WNBA 3-point shootout ESPN · 46d ago
Quick answers
Who won the WNBA 3-point contest?
Azzi Fudd of the Dallas Wings won the competition.
Did any other teams win events?
Yes, Shakira Austin, Elena Delle Donne, and GG Banks won the Shooting Stars Challenge.
What is the significance of Fudd's win?
She is the first rookie to win the WNBA 3-point shootout.
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