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WNBA star Caitlin Clark opens up about 'mental challenge' brought on by string of injuries

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark says her decision to sit out Wednesday's game was driven by confidence in her body as she returns from 2024 injuries.

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What happened Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark says her decision to sit out Wednesday's game was driven by confidence in her body as she returns from 2024 injuries.
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Left / center-leftAn Open Letter To Caitlin Clark From A Black Woman Who Loves The WNBA

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Right / center-rightWNBA star Caitlin Clark opens up about 'mental challenge' brought on by string of injuries

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Fox NewsNews report · May 23, 10:01 PM

WNBA star Caitlin Clark opens up about 'mental challenge' brought on by string of injuries

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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark says her decision to sit out Wednesday's game was driven by confidence in her body as she returns from 2024 injuries.

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NewsOneNews report · May 22, 8:00 PM

An Open Letter To Caitlin Clark From A Black Woman Who Loves The WNBA

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One basketball lover and WNBA fan says Caitlin Clark is "mishandling a career and a platform very few athletes in any sport are ever handed."

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