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New Olympics boss could change trans athlete rules


Published on 2025-01-27 09:45:18 - MSN
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  • Seven candidates are vying to be elected as IOC president in March. After controversies at the 2024 Olympics, a new president could shape the future for athletes who don't conform to the traditional binary genders.

The new president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, is considering revising the rules regarding transgender athletes' participation in the Olympics. This comes in light of ongoing debates and criticisms about fairness and inclusion in sports. Previously, the IOC had set guidelines allowing transgender women to compete in the women's category if they maintain certain testosterone levels for at least 12 months. However, with increasing scrutiny and varied policies from different sports federations, Bach has indicated a potential overhaul to ensure the policies align with principles of fairness, inclusion, and non-discrimination. This review aims to address the complexities of transgender participation in elite sports, balancing competitive equity with human rights considerations.

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