WNBA Denies Claims of Mandatory Sex Testing for Players

New York, NY – Brittney Griner is the focus of recent rumors about the WNBA amid discussions on the eligibility of transgender athletes. Fans became concerned when a social media post claimed that the league would enforce mandatory sex testing for all players.

The speculative claim surfaced on Monday through a post from the POP Shady Music Facts account, stating, “BREAKING: WNBA announces mandatory sex testing for all players – says Brittney Griner will NOT be allowed to compete in the women’s division until he undergoes testing.” This post quickly gained traction in the popular New Heights Group on Facebook, which has more than 645,000 members.

However, the account that shared this news has a reputation for spreading misinformation. The WNBA has not confirmed any such policy regarding sex testing. Their official channels state that while the league does conduct drug testing to prevent performance-enhancing drug use, there has never been any announcement about sex testing.

This is not the first time Griner’s name has been embroiled in controversy. Recently, a rumor suggested that Chicago Sky forward Azurá Stevens claimed Griner could defeat NBA legend Allen Iverson in a one-on-one match. This baseless claim also circulated online after being reported by comedian Shuler King on his YouTube channel.

Both Griner and Stevens took to social media to debunk the false narrative, with Griner remarks echoing the sentiment that these rumors are unfounded. “We know this fake,” Griner wrote, praising Iverson’s skills and expressing her admiration for the player. She expressed disbelief at the misinformation being circulated about her.

As the WNBA season progresses, Griner continues to navigate scrutiny but remains focused on her game. Today, both Griner and Stevens have collaboratively worked to dispel the misinformation, illustrating the importance of addressing false claims directly.