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‘Only Acknowledging Her for Clout,’ ‘Looking for Engagement’ — Fans Call Out WNBA for Tagging Caitlin Clark as She Joins Taylor Swift at Chiefs Game

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark made headlines again after being spotted at Arrowhead Stadium during the Kansas City Chiefs’ Sunday matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, this time seated alongside pop superstar Taylor Swift, who attended to support her husband, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. The WNBA’s official social media account briefly acknowledged Clark’s presence with a minimal post—“Hey Caitlin”—sparking backlash from fans who criticized the league for its perceived lack of engagement with the star player throughout her three-year career, including this season.

Clark, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, has drawn significant attention since the Fever’s first-round playoff exit by the Las Vegas Aces, with her off-court appearances drawing more visibility than the league’s in-season promotion efforts.

While some fans mocked the WNBA’s belated recognition, others pointed out the contrast between Clark’s sudden spotlight and the league’s earlier silence, noting that her name rarely surfaced during the regular season or even the ongoing WNBA Finals, where the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68–64 in Game 1 on Saturday night. The incident also follows Clark’s recent association with Swift, who previously attended an event in Los Angeles on October 13, further intertwining the athlete’s off-court persona with mainstream cultural moments.

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