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Video Shows Toddler Taking First Steps in WNBA Halftime Crawl Race

The clip from the Lynx’s record-setting win has drawn viral admiration alongside skepticism over whether the toddler’s first steps were genuine.

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Overview

  • The Minnesota Lynx routed the Las Vegas Aces 111-58 on Saturday, marking the largest road victory in WNBA history.
  • Halftime baby crawl races have become a lighthearted staple at sports events, with infants racing to their parents at center court.
  • One toddler paused at midcourt before standing and apparently taking her first steps to reach the finish line, according to her father’s account.
  • The clip spread rapidly online, drawing admiration for its charm and prompting some viewers to question whether she had walked before.
  • Observers noted parallels to mid-20th-century baby races judged on novelty rather than speed, underscoring the longstanding emphasis on spectacle in these contests.