Sky’s DiJonai Carrington posts ‘white privilege’ after ejection for hard foul on Sophie Cunningham
Chicago Sky player DiJonai Carrington was ejected for a flagrant foul against Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham, later posting 'WHITE PRIVILEGE' on social media. The incident has sparked debate regarding the nature of the foul and the subsequent commentary from the players involved.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions and discussions regarding race and sportsmanship within the WNBA, drawing significant public and media attention.
Indiana’s Sophie Cunningham is fouled by Chicago’s DiJonai Carrington during the first half of Saturday’s game at the United Center in Chicago. Indiana’s Sophie Cunningham is fouled by Chicago’s DiJonai Carrington during the first half of Saturday’s game at the United Center in Chicago. WNBA Sky’s DiJonai Carrington posts ‘white privilege’ after ejection for hard foul on Sophie Cunningham Carrington tossed for Flagrant 2 on Cunningham
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Prefer the Guardian on Google DiJonai Carrington of the Chicago Sky was ejected Saturday after being called for a Flagrant 2 foul on Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever . Minutes later, Carrington posted on social media the words “WHITE PRIVILEGE” and tagged the Fever.
Cunningham said she thought the foul in the 90-86 Indiana win was “absolutely” intentional.
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