Source: (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images) / (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) / Photo by Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu via Getty Images)
Simone Biles & Gabby Thomas Attend First WNBA Game, Watch Caitlin Clark And Indiana Fever
Simone Biles and Gabby Thomas attended the Indiana Fever game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse last night, where the Fever secured an 84-80 victory over the Connecticut Sun.
The game, which drew over 17,000 fans, marked the Fever’s first win against the Sun since July 2021.
Biles and Thomas expressed their excitement on social media, highlighting their support for women’s sports.
You can see the entire Indiana Fever team was beyond excited to meet the superstars in the video below.
EVERYONE WATCHES WOMENS SPORTS so happy to be able to go support! my first of many WNBA games https://t.co/TSLJQRAkRJ
— Simone Biles (@Simone_Biles) August 29, 2024
RELATED | Indianapolis To Host 2025 WNBA All-Star Game
During the game Simone received a standing ovation from the entire crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. See below:
Women Supporting Women in Sports
Simone Biles has been a vocal supporter of women’s sports, often attending events and sharing her enthusiasm on social media like we see above.
Biles also shared the Indiana Fever game was her first of many WNBA games, expressing her excitement and support for the WNBA.
Biles’ presence at such events highlights her commitment to promoting women’s sports and encouraging broader recognition and support for female athletes.
Biles continues to use her platform in a positive way
Here is a reminder on her olympic medal count in case you forgot:
Total: 7 Olympic medals
Gold: 4 (Team, All-Around, Vault, Floor)
Silver: 1 (Team)
Bronze: 2 (Beam)
Gabby Thomas who was also in attendance is also actively supporting women sports by spearheading initiatives like Athlos, a women’s-only track meet aimed at transforming the sport’s appeal beyond the Olympics.
As a world-class sprinter and Harvard-educated epidemiologist, Thomas is committed to increasing visibility and accessibility in track and field.
She emphasizes the importance of maintaining momentum beyond the Olympic cycle and is working to engage a broader audience through high-energy events.
Her efforts reflect a dedication to redefining the landscape of women’s sports and inspiring future generations of female athletes.
Here is a reminder on her olympic medal count:
Total: 5 Olympic medals
Gold: 3 (200m, 4 × 100m relay, 4 × 400m relay)
Silver: 1 (4 × 100m relay)
Bronze: 1 (200 M)
The event also featured appearances by other notable figures, including David Letterman and Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson.
The Indiana Fever currently have a record of 15-16, placing them 3rd in the WNBA Eastern Conference. They have 8 games remaining in their season.
The post Simone Biles & Gabby Thomas Attend First WNBA Game, Watch Caitlin Clark And Indiana Fever appeared first on 93.5 / 107.5 The Fan.
The post Simone Biles & Gabby Thomas Attend First WNBA Game, Watch Caitlin Clark And Indiana Fever appeared first on Black America Web.