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Cari Champion says Donald Trump is to blame for toxic WNBA fans

WNBA star Cari Champion has spoken out about the rising toxicity in online discussions surrounding the league, placing blame on the broader political climate and former President Donald Trump. Champion, known for her candid opinions, expressed frustration with the shift in fan behavior, noting that social media debates have devolved into heated political arguments rather than constructive basketball discussions.

She highlighted a surge in hostile messages directed at her, attributing the increase to a perceived normalization of negativity in public discourse, which she ties to Trump’s influence during his presidency. The comments sections, she argues, have become a battleground for ideological clashes, overshadowing the sport itself and leaving longtime fans disheartened by the shift in tone.

While Champion’s critique focuses on one political figure, the issue of online toxicity in sports fandom extends beyond partisan lines, with trolls and divisive behavior appearing across platforms regardless of affiliation.

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