Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark is elevating women’s basketball to unprecedented heights, and the statistics back up this claim. On Tuesday, ESPN disclosed the viewership figures from Indiana’s dominant 92-75 win over the Seattle Storm, which aired on Sunday. The game reached a peak audience of 2.9 million viewers, making it the most-watched WNBA game ever broadcast on ABC. This remarkable milestone underscores Clark’s impact on the sport.
Additionally, this game became the second most-watched WNBA game across all ESPN platforms, drawing 2.2 million viewers. The top spot also belongs to a game featuring Clark—Indiana’s earlier matchup against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky, which attracted 2.3 million viewers. These numbers highlight Clark’s influence on viewership and her growing status as a major draw for the league.
It’s important to note that this was only Clark’s second game following the WNBA’s month-long mid-season break for the Paris Olympics. The anticipation for her return was palpable, and fans responded by tuning in en masse to witness her play. The response from social media users, particularly on X (formerly known as Twitter), echoed this sentiment. Fans were not surprised by the record-breaking numbers, attributing them to Clark’s immense popularity and the excitement she brings to the game.
Clark’s ability to captivate audiences has made her a central figure in the sport, with her performances consistently attracting large viewership numbers. As she continues to break records and set new standards, Caitlin Clark is undeniably taking women’s basketball to new heights, both on the court and in the eyes of fans.
