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World Athletics Implements DNA Testing for Female Athletes

3/27/2025

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In a groundbreaking move, World Athletics will require DNA testing for female athletes to verify their eligibility, a first in Olympic history. The non-invasive tests will identify the SRY gene, which signals male sex. President Sebastian Coe emphasizes the importance of this policy for fairness, even as concerns about privacy and discrimination arise.

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In a groundbreaking move, World Athletics will require DNA testing for female athletes to verify their eligibility, a first in Olympic history. The non-invasive tests will identify the SRY gene, which signals male sex. President Sebastian Coe emphasizes the importance of this policy for fairness, even as concerns about privacy and discrimination arise.