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World Boxing Mandates Sex Testing for Athletes by 2025

5/31/2025

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World Boxing is set to introduce mandatory sex testing for athletes on July 1, 2025, under its groundbreaking "Sex, Age and Weight" policy. This initiative prioritizes safety and fairness in competitions, requiring athletes to undergo a PCR genetic test for eligibility, with National Federations enforcing stringent regulations to uphold integrity in the sport.

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World Boxing is set to introduce mandatory sex testing for athletes on July 1, 2025, under its groundbreaking "Sex, Age and Weight" policy. This initiative prioritizes safety and fairness in competitions, requiring athletes to undergo a PCR genetic test for eligibility, with National Federations enforcing stringent regulations to uphold integrity in the sport.