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Cunningham waves flag at US Grand Prix

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Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who is entering WNBA free agency, waved the checkered flag as Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. Her appearance—an unexpected crossover between the WNBA and Formula 1—drew mixed reactions from fans, with some welcoming her and others criticizing the choice. Cunningham also attended in Texas-themed attire, while her future with Indiana remains uncertain after the team’s first-round playoff exit and front-office changes.

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Oct 27, 2026Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham waved the checkered flag as Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin.
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