HOT PHOTOS: Oh my gosh, a journalist got a bloody nose after Sophie Cunningham continues to stir up social media as leaked event photos showing 90% of her body put her…

continues to stir up social media as leaked event photos showing 90% of her body put her in the spotlight in a way we’ve never seen before!

In a week filled with WNBA drama, nothing has stirred the pot quite like Sophie Cunningham — and this time, it has nothing to do with her performance on the court. The outspoken Phoenix Mercury guard has once again set social media ablaze, but this time it’s not for a buzzer-beater or a fiery post-game quote. Instead, it’s a series of leaked event photos — showing nearly 90% of her body exposed — that have the entire sports world talking.

The stunning images, reportedly captured during a private post-season fashion event in Los Angeles, show Cunningham donning a sheer, high-slit designer outfit that leaves very little to the imagination. The moment the photos surfaced online, a media frenzy followed. But what nobody expected was the real-world chaos that unfolded during a press conference — where one journalist got a bloody nose after a chaotic scramble to get comment from the star herself.

The Outfit That Shook the Internet

The controversial photos, which began circulating late Thursday night, were reportedly never meant for public release. They appear to have been taken backstage at a high-profile celebrity-studded event where WNBA stars were invited to collaborate with fashion designers. In the images, Sophie Cunningham is seen confidently posing in a translucent gown with plunging angles, revealing tattoos, toned muscles, and more skin than we’ve ever seen her show before.

Fashion bloggers hailed the look as bold and trailblazing — but not everyone was ready for it.

“Sophie’s pushing boundaries like never before,” said one stylist present at the event. “This wasn’t just fashion. It was a message — about confidence, power, and owning your space as a female athlete.”

Press Conference Chaos: A Bloody Nose and Viral Moment

The real-life drama erupted the next day during a scheduled team media availability in Phoenix. Dozens of reporters crowded the facility, hoping for a soundbite from Cunningham about the now-viral photos. But when Sophie arrived — cool, composed, and unapologetic — chaos broke out as one overeager tabloid journalist tried to push through the crowd to ask the first question.

According to witnesses, the journalist tripped over a camera tripod in the chaos, fell face-first into a steel barrier, and emerged with a bloody nose. Medical staff rushed in as photographers continued snapping, capturing the moment in graphic detail.

“It was wild,” said one Mercury team rep. “One minute it’s fashion questions, the next minute there’s blood on the floor. Sophie kept her cool the whole time.”

Cunningham declined to speak directly about the journalist’s fall but later posted a pointed message on Instagram:

“If confidence scares you, close your eyes. I’m not dimming for anyone.”

Reactions from Fans, Players, and Critics

The internet, of course, exploded. Within hours, “SophieCunningham” and “bloody nose” were trending worldwide on X (formerly Twitter). Some fans praised the athlete for embracing her femininity and power, while others questioned whether the leaked photos crossed a line between athlete and celebrity.

“She’s allowed to show her body and be fierce — we cheer when male athletes go shirtless in body issue covers. Let Sophie live!” one fan posted.

Others weren’t as supportive, with critics accusing Cunningham of “courting attention” and “undermining her professional reputation” by engaging in what they called “shock factor fashion.”

But several WNBA players, including A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum, came to her defense.

“Sophie is bold, and she’s got guts,” Wilson tweeted. “Let’s stop tearing down women who own their power.”

Even tennis legend Serena Williams chimed in, sharing Sophie’s photo with the caption: “Normalize women athletes being strong AND sexy.”

Cunningham Responds: “I’m Not Just a Player”

Later that evening, Sophie finally broke her silence with a short but powerful video message posted across her social media platforms.

“I knew the outfit would get attention. But I also knew why I wore it. It was for every girl told she’s too loud, too muscular, too visible. I’m not just a player — I’m a person. A woman. An athlete who can do both: drop 20 on your favorite team and slay a red carpet.”

The post garnered over 1 million views in less than 10 hours, with comments ranging from admiration to shock. Regardless of the mixed reactions, one thing is clear: Sophie Cunningham has cemented her place as one of the most talked-about athletes of the year — and not just for her game.

The Bigger Picture: WNBA and Image Politics

This incident has sparked a broader debate about how female athletes are expected to present themselves, especially in leagues like the WNBA, where marketing and media coverage have long struggled to break stereotypes. Cunningham’s unapologetic approach — bold fashion, fierce play, and unfiltered confidence — is forcing a conversation the league can no longer ignore.

“We ask athletes to be marketable but punish them when they stand out,” said one media analyst. “What Sophie did is controversial, yes, but it’s also liberating. And it’s making people talk — which the WNBA needs more than ever.”

Love her or hate her, Sophie Cunningham just reminded the world that she won’t be boxed in.

And if a bloody nose, a fashion firestorm, and millions of eyes on one woman are the cost of shaking up the status quo — she seems more than willing to pay the price.

Because this isn’t just about clothes. It’s about power. And Sophie owns it.