Published August 1, 2026 at 10:19 PM ET · Updated August 3, 2026 at 10:05 AM ET
Fans erupt after referees spare opponent who elbowed Sophie Cunningham in the face
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Sophie Cunningham took an elbow to the face during a game, and fans expressed anger at the referees' response. The incident drew broader commentary connecting it to debates over transgender athletes in women's sports.
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