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Caitlin Clark reveals Barack Obama’s inspiring message after surprise meeting ahead of WNBA All-Star: ‘you’re a hooper’

Caitlin Clark reveals Barack Obama’s inspiring message after surprise meeting ahead of WNBA All-Star: ‘you’re a hooper’

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The 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend officially got underway in Chicago on Friday, with players holding their first practice at the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park on the city’s South Side. Barack Obama had a conversation with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, offering words of encouragement. (AFP, Getty Images via AFP) The session marked a historic milestone, as the WNBA became the first professional sports league to use the Center’s athletic facilities. Before practice began, the players also received a surprise visit from former President Barack Obama, who spent time chatting with stars including Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Nneka Ogwumike. What did Obama tell Caitlin Clark? Obama also had a personal conversation with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, offering words of encouragement as she continues to navigate the spotlight and scrutiny that have followed her since being selected first overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft. “You’re great, you’re fantastic,” Obama told Clark. “Don’t let all this nonsense get you down… I didn’t get famous ’til I was like 45. So I was …

Alyssa Thomas breaks silence on Caitlin Clark incident, raises safety concerns; ‘death threats out on us’

Alyssa Thomas breaks silence on Caitlin Clark incident, raises safety concerns; ‘death threats out on us’

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Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas found herself at the center of attention last week after being handed a one-game suspension for an incident involving Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. Alyssa Thomas revealed both she and members of her family have been subjected to death threats, racist abuse. (Getty Images via AFP) Thomas broke her silence on Tuesday on the incident after completing the suspension stemming from the June 24 incident that the WNBA determined involved her “recklessly making contact with her fist to the throat area” of Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. Thomas faces threats, abuse The 34-year-old forward revealed both she and members of her family have been subjected to death threats, racist abuse, and the leaking of personal addresses in the aftermath of the incident. “It’s unfortunate that it’s come to this over basketball. A lot of us — myself included — didn’t even know the play took place until after the game. Now we’re being painted as thugs. There’s death threats out on us. It’s really unacceptable. It’s something that needs to …

Fever take long view with Caitlin Clark injury, prepare for Mystics

Fever take long view with Caitlin Clark injury, prepare for Mystics

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The big news prior to the Indiana Fever’s game against the Washington Mystics was delivered at the beginning of the week: Star guard Caitlin Clark will miss at least two weeks with a left quadriceps strain. HT Image So while the Fever gear up for their road game against the Mystics on Wednesday in Baltimore, they are looking at the big picture in terms of getting Clark, the WNBA’s marquee player, back in action. “For me, it’s maintaining perspective,” Indiana coach Stephanie White said. “It’s making sure that we address this in a way that doesn’t affect long-term. That we take care of it, don’t over-push, don’t over-exert. Making sure that we take the long-game approach to this so that we’re not having lingering issues throughout the course of the season,” Clark averaged 19 points, 9.3 assists and 6.0 rebounds per game across four outings this season. The injury occurred sometime during Indiana’s weekend loss to the New York Liberty. The Fever have plenty of players capable of filling some of the statistical void in …

This Is How Justin Bieber’s Exes Sofia Richie, Caitlin Beadles Reacted To Pregnancy News

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Justin and Hailey Bieber announced their pregnancy news on Instagram. (Photo Credits: Instagram) Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber’s pregnancy announcement set social media abuzz, sparking a flood of congratulatory messages even from the singer’s former girlfriends. Singer Justin Bieber and wife Hailey Bieber are gearing up to welcome their first child, as they officially announced the exciting news on Instagram. The couple shared the news through a heartfelt post featuring a video and a series of photos capturing Hailey’s baby bump. The video hinted at the couple renewing their wedding vows, symbolising a new chapter in their lives as they prepare to welcome their baby. In the photos, Hailey looked radiant in what appeared to be a wedding gown, while Justin is seen donning a casual attire. Their announcement set social media abuzz, sparking a flood of congratulatory messages from fans, supportive friends and of course, their families. Notably, even Justin’s former girlfriends, Sofia Richie and Caitlin Beadles also chimed in with their well wishes. Sofia Richie left a heartfelt “Ahh!! Congratulations” on Hailey’s post …

SNL Weekend Update: Caitlin Clark dunks on Michael Che’s sexist joke; Colin Jost presents receipts

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Michael Che got served big time during the Saturday Night Live‘s latest Weekend Update segment. Opening the bulletin with the announcement that the University of Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark will have her jersey retired. To which, he quipped, “and replaced with an apron.” Michael Che and basketball champ Caitlin Clark on SNL’s Weekend Update.(Saturday Night Live) Lucky for him, Clark was there to hand it back to Che. The crowd didn’t feel Che’s joke either and treated it with dozens of gasps. The SNL Weekend Update host playfully retracted his remarks and added, “Well, the NBA draft is this Monday, and Iowa star Caitlin Clark is expected to be the number one pick.” Unlock exclusive access to the story of India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Clark joined the show to comment and was greeted with resounding applause. Once the cheers died down, she hit Che hard with an epic roast. SNL Weekend Update: Caitlin Clark roasts Michael Che Che welcomed her to settle in, claiming, “I am a fan, …

Joe Manganiello makes red carpet debut with Caitlin after Sofía Vergara split | Hollywood

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Joe Manganiello is making it official with his new romance. The True Blood star, who filed for divorce from Sofía Vergara after seven years of marriage in July, posed on the red carpet with actor Caitlin O’Connor. According to a report by Page Six, Joe and Caitlin attended the Children of Armenia Fund Gala at Cipriani in New York City on Saturday evening. The duo posed on the red carpet and smiled for the paparazzo. (Also read: Sofia Vergara, Joe Manganiello announce divorce after 7 years of marriage: ‘We politely ask for respect of our privacy’) Joe Manganiello has been linked to Caitlin O’Connor since September. Joe and Caitlin pose together Joe Manganiello was seen in a black suit with a blue shirt underneath, and stood alongside Caitlin, who opted for an emerald green gown that had a corseted bodice and a high slit. Joe and Caitlin posed on the red carpet as he wrapped his arms around her waist and held her close. The duo have been reported to be seeing each other since …