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Former Pro Amy Olson Says It's 'Not Right' That LPGA Founders' Work Is Being 'Hijacked' By Transgender Golfers


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Published in Sports and Competition on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 at 7:05 GMT by Terrence Williams   Print publication without navigation

  • Olson is one of 275 players to have signed a letter addressed to the LPGA Tour which asks for a change in the circuit's gender participation policy

Amy Olson, a former professional golfer, has expressed her concerns regarding the participation of transgender athletes in women's golf, particularly on the LPGA Tour. In an interview with OutKick, Olson argued that the inclusion of transgender women in women's sports undermines the efforts of the LPGA founders who worked to establish a platform for female athletes. She highlighted the physical advantages that transgender women might have, which she believes could compromise the fairness of competition. Olson, who is currently pregnant and has stepped back from professional play, emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of women's sports, suggesting that the original intent of the LPGA is being "hijacked" by allowing transgender athletes to compete. Her comments add to the ongoing debate about transgender participation in sports, reflecting a broader cultural and sporting controversy.

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