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WNBA statement on Istanbul attack, players

The WNBA has released a statement on the players that were near the attack in Istabul.

By Mike Robinson
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Multiple WNBA players were next to the nightclub, that was attacked in Istanbul on New Year’s. The WNBA has released this following statement from President Lisa Borders:

“The attack at Reina in Istanbul was tragic and we send our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the victims and their families. The WNBA was in contact with our players in the region after the incident; we are thankful each one of them is safe and accounted for."

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