In one of the most bizarre moments during the WNBA game between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries, a neon green sex toy was thrown onto the court during the fourth and final quarter of the match. The incident quickly went viral across social media. Television coverage briefly captured a close-up of the bright green item before quickly cutting away
Sex toy thrown on court during WNBA match
With just under a minute remaining and the scoreboard locked at 75-75, the unusual object flew from the stands and landed on the court. Despite visible concern from several athletes, referees allowed play to continue, granting the Valkyries possession without delay.
Security quickly stepped in, with a courtside police officer collecting the item using a cloth handed over by a fan to avoid direct contact. The odd interruption didn’t immediately stop the game, but once the play concluded, officials temporarily suspended the matchup to deal with the situation.
Spectators, commentators, and players alike were left baffled by the scene, particularly surprised that officials didn't immediately halt the game. A member from the announcing team said, "The most important thing when you come to see your favorite W players take the floor is keeping them safe," . The league was criticized for zooming in and focusing on the object instead of trying to avoid giving it airtime during the game.
Golden State Valkyries beat Atalanta Dream
Despite the disruption, Golden State kept their composure and clinched a dramatic 77-75 victory a rare road win that broke a three-game away losing streak and marked their fourth win in 13 road games this season. On the other hand, Dream fell to 15-12, remaining a top-two team in the Eastern Conference.Cecilia Zandalasini led the Valkyries to victory with a standout performance, posting 18 points, eight rebounds, and two assists.
