Sophie Cunningham, the fiery and fearless WNBA star known for her intensity on the court and magnetic personality off it, has set the internet ablaze—not with a buzzer-beater, but with a jaw-dropping photo that left fans speechless and social media absolutely drooling.
In an image posted to her Instagram account late last night, Cunningham appeared in an ultra-thin, jet-black bikini that fans are calling “90% naked.” The swimsuit left very little to the imagination, barely covering what it needed to, yet doing so with elegance and confidence. Her sculpted physique, toned from years of professional basketball, was on full display—highlighting her strength, beauty, and boldness all in one breathtaking shot.
Within minutes, the post had garnered tens of thousands of likes, and the comments section exploded with everything from fire emojis to shocked reactions and stunned admiration.
“Literally the hottest WNBA photo ever posted,” one fan commented.
Another wrote, “You’ve broken the internet, Sophie. Again.”
Cunningham, known for her bold and unfiltered presence both on and off the hardwood, isn’t a stranger to attention—but this time, it’s different. Her black bikini, seemingly made of the bare minimum fabric, struck a balance between sensual and empowering. It wasn’t just a thirst trap—it was a statement.
“She’s unapologetically herself,” one user wrote. “And that’s what makes her even more powerful.”
The black bikini wasn’t just striking for how little it covered, but for how it highlighted her confidence. Shot against a beach backdrop during what appeared to be a quick break from the WNBA grind, the photo came with a simple caption:
“Reset. Recharge. Return stronger.”
And strong she is.
Cunningham has been having a standout season with the Phoenix Mercury, known for her grit, defensive hustle, and on-court swagger. But fans also know her as one of the league’s most outspoken and vibrant personalities. Whether she’s clapping back at critics, standing up for her teammates, or showing off her off-court fashion, she commands attention—and clearly knows how to own every room, even the virtual ones.
Her recent display isn’t just about a bikini; it’s about the growing cultural shift within women’s sports. Female athletes like Cunningham are showing that they can be both fierce competitors and proud of their femininity. They can dive for loose balls on one night and stun the world with a beach photo the next.
“Why can’t we be strong and sexy?” Cunningham has said in the past. “We don’t have to pick one lane.”
It’s this attitude that has endeared her to so many fans across the league—and this latest post only amplifies that admiration. For a league still fighting for mainstream respect and attention, having stars like Sophie Cunningham proudly take the spotlight on and off the court is essential. She’s not just drawing eyes—she’s changing narratives.
While some may raise eyebrows at such bold content from a professional athlete, Cunningham is no stranger to criticism. In fact, she seems to thrive in it.
“I’m not here to make everyone comfortable,” she once said during a post-game interview. “I’m here to be me.”
And that’s exactly what she did—with style, strength, and a 90% “naked” black bikini that no one will soon forget.
If this was her version of a mid-season reset, one thing’s for sure: the league—and the internet—better get ready. Sophie Cunningham is just getting started.
