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Transgender Athlete to Compete for Sweden in Women's Olympics

2/11/2026

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Elis Lundholm, a transgender man, will compete for Sweden in the women's category at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Advocates view this as a milestone for trans sports, while some social media users question fairness without medical transition.
The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) updated its policy to align with an executive order aimed at ensuring fair competition for women.

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Elis Lundholm, a transgender man, will compete for Sweden in the women's category at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Advocates view this as a milestone for trans sports, while some social media users question fairness without medical transition.
The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) updated its policy to align with an executive order aimed at ensuring fair competition for women.