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Caitlin Clark Makes Her Opinion Around Valkyries Winning WNBA Championship Against Dream Extremely Clear

The WNBA’s expansion and surging popularity reached new heights in 2026, capped by the Golden State Valkyries’ unexpected championship victory over the Atlanta Dream in just their second season. The franchise’s historic run underscored the league’s rapid growth, with viewership soaring to 90 million unique viewers across national broadcasts—a record that included 51 telecasts averaging at least one million viewers, up from 19 the prior year.

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, a driving force behind the league’s rising profile, praised the Valkyries’ achievement during a recent interview, calling their championship ‘absolutely incredible’ for an expansion team. She also highlighted the league’s expansion plans, predicting 18 teams by 2030, which she framed as a boon for young athletes chasing professional opportunities in women’s sports.

Clark’s remarks reflected broader momentum, as the WNBA’s attendance and media reach continue to break records, cementing its place as a cornerstone of women’s basketball.

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