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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 7 MIN

Heated games and rough foul against Caitlin Clark spark controversy in WNBA

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Heated games and rough plays sparked a new controversy in the WNBA around its superstar Caitlin Clark. The Phoenix Mercury's Alyssa Thomas pressed her fist into Clark's neck during a game. The league retroactively gave Thomas a flagrant foul and suspended her for one game. But questions around the WNBA's officiating have not quieted. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Seerat Sohi of The Ringer. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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