Caitlin Clark Named to TIME's 100 Most Influential People in Sports

Caitlin Clark was recognized as one of TIME Magazine's top-100 most influential people in sports, with the Indiana Fever congratulating her on the honor. Clark has returned to the court in 2026 after missing most of the previous season due to injuries, and has been instrumental in bringing unprecedented attention to women's basketball. The recognition underscores Clark's impact on the sport both during her college career and her early professional tenure with the Fever.
Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever's All-Star point guard, was named to TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people in sports for 2026. TIME's senior correspondent Sean Gregory noted that Clark's showmanship and three-point shooting prowess in both college and the WNBA have brought unprecedented attention to women's basketball. The Fever acknowledged the honor with a social media post on Tuesday. Clark has made a strong return to the court in 2026 after missing the majority of the 2025 season due to various injuries, averaging 18.7 points and 7.9 assists per game through her first 10 appearances. The 2024 Rookie of the Year and two-time WNBA All-Star recently led the Fever to a 78-76 victory over the Washington Mystics with a game-winning three-pointer.
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