Men Are Betting on WNBA Players' Menstrual Cycles

The article discusses an unethical practice in the sports gambling industry, where some bettors are attempting to predict the performance of WNBA players based on their menstrual cycles. This practice, known as "blood money," involves speculating on the potential impact of a player's menstrual cycle on their athletic performance, with the goal of gaining an unfair advantage in sports betting. The article highlights the intrusive and inappropriate nature of this activity, which objectifies and exploits the personal health information of female athletes. It raises concerns about the lack of consent and the potential for discrimination and harassment against WNBA players. The article emphasizes the need for greater awareness and action to address this issue, ensuring the privacy and dignity of all athletes, regardless of gender, are respected and protected. It calls for the sports betting industry and regulatory bodies to take steps to prevent such unethical practices from occurring in the future.