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IOC Moves to Ban Transgender Athletes from Women's Events

11/10/2025

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The International Olympic Committee plans to ban transgender athletes from female events starting next year.
The decision follows a science-based review presented by Dr. Jane Thornton, which found advantages for those born male.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry leads the effort.
The policy also addresses differences of sexual development (DSD) athletes with male chromosomes raised as girls and finalization is pending legal review with an announcement expected in early 2026.

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The International Olympic Committee plans to ban transgender athletes from female events starting next year.
The decision follows a science-based review presented by Dr. Jane Thornton, which found advantages for those born male.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry leads the effort.
The policy also addresses differences of sexual development (DSD) athletes with male chromosomes raised as girls and finalization is pending legal review with an announcement expected in early 2026.