When Sophie Cunningham, the fiery guard from the Phoenix Mercury, isn’t lighting up the court with her trademark swagger, she somehow finds new ways to own the spotlight off of it. This week, the WNBA star detonated social media after photos emerged of her in a tiny, bright orange bikini—striking a pose on a sun-soaked pier while holding up a giant barracuda. Within minutes, the images became one of the most talked-about viral sensations of the summer, blending equal parts shock, admiration, and pure internet disbelief.

The Shot Seen Around the Web
A Bold Off-Court Persona
The Reactions

Sophie Responds
A New Kind of Spotlight

What’s Next?
More Than Just a Viral Photo



