Martina Navratilova disapproved of Angel Reese’s gesture of supporting her teammate Chennedy Carter, who suddenly pushed Caitlin Clark during a WNBA game. It all happened during a match between Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky.
In a thrilling WNBA game, Indiana Fever defeated Chicago Sky by a narrow margin of 71-70. But Caitlin Clark and Chennedy Carter’s incident was the high point of the game. Carter deliberately hit Clark, causing her to fall to the court. As a result, Chennedy was given a foul by the referee.
Moreover, in a video shared on X, Angel Reese was seen applauding Carter, giving the impression that she approved of her behavior.
The footage later caught the attention of tennis legend Martina Navratilova, who condemned the foul play. Reacting to the video, she said that the incident was “not okay”.
“This is not ok…” She wrote.
When a fan agreed with her comments in a thread, she further elaborated on her stance, calling it a “cheap shot”.
“I mean what a cheap shot. They just don’t get it… of course it’s a foul…” She added.
Additionally, a fan disapproved of Reese’s gesture toward Clark, and Navratilova concurred. She suggested that Clark’s influence in the league will positively impact everyone, in the present and the future as well.
“The players in the WNBA need to realize that Caitlyn Clark is helping all of them, now and in the long run. Caitlyn is the tide that will raise all boats!”
Moreover, tennis legend Patrick McEnroe also chimed in to comment on the incident, calling it an “absolute outrage.”
“It is an absolute outrage what’s happening to Caitlin Clark in the @WNBA” McEnroe wrote.
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have been playing together since their college basketball days. They started playing against each other in the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and extended their rivalry to the National Championships.
Both players turned professional in the 2024 WNBA draft, with Clark joining the Indiana Fever and Reese being selected seventh by the Chicago Sky.
Martina Navratilova previously supported WNBA star Angel Reese on social media
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Earlier in April, Martina Navratilova had backed Angel Reese when the latter indirectly spoke out about the increasing participation of trans athletes in women’s sports and raised her voice to protect younger women. Reese expressed her views on X, writing:
“protect young women in sports!!!”
The post further caught the attention of Navratilova, who backed the WNBA starlet and wrote:
“Right on Angel!!!”
Martina Navratilova is known for being vocal about her views on social media, and also consistently raises her voice for women’s rights in sports. Recently, she criticized a bar for celebrating a trans athlete’s win at a women’s track championship. The bar, called “The Sports Bra”, is backed by Serena Williams’ husband, Alexis Ohanian.
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Aliyah Boston wasn’t about to let Caitlin Clark just pull the quiet and humble routine.
While Clark’s M.O. is to credit her teammates instead of seeking singular praise, Boston made sure to celebrate Clark after she became the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double.
Clark’s latest record-breaking feat came in a signature 83-78 comeback victory over the WNBA’s best team, the New York Liberty.
The rookie Fever guard’s individual history had fans fired up inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse and on the Interwebs.
It also had Boston fired up, too. As Clark was responding to a question about how much it adds on to her accomplishment as the first Fever player to record a triple-double given that the team also won the game, Boston interjected to share some of her thoughts on the feat.
“She’s so humble, isn’t she? Let me tell you, that’s pretty cool, Caitlin. Great job sister,” Boston said.
Before Boston interjected, Clark reacted to becoming the first Fever player to record a triple-double
“Honestly, I’m just happy we won. Like I’ve said, I take a lot of pride in being able to do a lot of different things for this team. I want to be able to…I think we’re really good when I can get the ball off the glass and just go in transition and find my teammates and set them up. Obviously, 13 assists, that means my teammates made 13 shots off my passes, so that goes to them,” Clark said.
Clark pointed out earlier in the press conference how well her teammates have been finishing off her passes when asked what her reaction was to becoming the first WNBA rookie to tally a triple-double.
“Obviously, it’s really cool. I mean, my teammates have been finishing the ball really, really at a high rate. My assists numbers. That’s because of them. Just finding them in positions to be successful, whether it’s AB, whether it’s Lyss. I thought we’ve done a really good job of that. But yeah, I guess it’s cool,” Clark said.
Dating back to her time at lowa, Clark’s teams are now 18-0 in games where she registers a triple-double.
Clark finished with 19 points, 13 assists, 12 rebounds and two steals while shooting 7-of-17 from the field and 3-of-12 from 3-point range.
The Fever return to action on Wednesday, July 10 versus the Washington Mystics in a game that tips at 11 a.m. CT on NBA TV.
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The video discusses the ongoing debate between WNBA rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese for the Rookie of the Year award, with ESPN analyst Monica McNutt favoring Reese’s case.
Monica McNutt’s comments on Kailyn Clark’s Rookie of the Year chances have sparked debate. McNutt believes Angel Reese deserves the award due to her impact and double-double streak.
Debate over the Rookie of the Year award between Kailyn Clark and Angel Reese in the WNBA. McNutt emphasizes Reese’s impact and performance streak.
Factors influencing Мопіса McNutt’s оріnіоn on Angel Reese for Rookie of the Year, including team success, coaching, and supporting cast.
The WNBA season has been elevated by rookies Kaylin Clark and Angel Reese, leading to a competitive Rookie of the Year race with Kaylin Clark as the favorite according to odds and Monica McNutt highlighting Angel Reese’s impact.
Monica McNutt’s controversial comments on Kaylin Clark and Angel Reese have stirred up discussion and brought attention to the WNBA rookie class.
The rivalry between Kaylin Clark and Angel Reese from college has transitioned into the WNBA, adding excitement and competition to the league.
