In a bizarre twist of sports and tech celebrity crossover, Elon Musk has shaken the internet once again. The billionaire entrepreneur announced via X (formerly Twitter) that he will gift a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck to Gertrud Schlaghammer, a former international wrestling silver medalist, moments after she was officially signed by the Indiana Fever WNBA team.
Schlaghammer, who won silver at the 2021 World Wrestling Championships, shocked the sports world with her pivot to professional basketball. While she has never played a single WNBA game, her raw physical power and cult status in combat sports have already made headlines—and now, caught the attention of Musk himself.
Musk posted:
“Anyone bold enough to leave the wrestling ring and enter the basketball court deserves a Cybertruck. Congrats, Gertrud Schlaghammer – you’re the future.”
The truck in question is the latest triple-motor Cybertruck edition, priced at over $100,000, boasting tank-like design and elite performance. But what started as a flashy moment of celebration quickly spiraled into a viral drama.
Just minutes after Musk’s post, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark made a cutting remark that immediately set the internet ablaze. During a live post-practice interview, when asked about Schlaghammer joining the team, Clark smirked and said:
“Oh, that’s awesome. I only broke NCAA records, scored over 2,000 points, and put this team on the national map… but maybe I just needed a wrestling belt and a headlock to qualify for a Cybertruck.”
Her sarcasm was not lost on anyone. Fans, analysts, and fellow athletes instantly began debating whether her comments were fueled by resentment or rightful frustration. Some accused Clark of jealousy, while others supported her, criticizing what they saw as Musk’s performative favoritism and attention-seeking antics.
Sources inside the Indiana Fever suggest the atmosphere in the locker room is now “tense and divided.”
One insider reportedly stated:
“Caitlin feels sidelined. Gertrud’s getting attention for her brand, not her basketball. This isn’t about the game anymore—it’s turning into a circus.”
Meanwhile, Schlaghammer herself responded with a composed yet pointed reply:
“I didn’t come here to trend online—I came to fight for this team. Anyone who thinks they’re better can prove it on the court.”
With Musk’s involvement, Clark’s sharp tongue, and Schlaghammer’s out-of-nowhere rise, the Indiana Fever is now the epicenter of a sports media frenzy. What started as a contract signing has turned into a cultural flashpoint—one that highlights the friction between earned legacy and viral hype.
One thing’s certain: the court in Indiana is no longer just for basketball. It’s now a battlefield of ego, identity, and electric trucks.
