

Transgender women barred from most LTA female tournaments
- The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has banned the participation of transgender women in the female category for most tournaments in Great Britain. There has been a lot of debate about whether
The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has introduced a new policy that prohibits transgender women from participating in most female tournaments, aligning with the International Tennis Federation's (ITF) guidelines. This decision was made to ensure fair competition, particularly in light of the physical advantages that might be retained by transgender women who have undergone male puberty. Under the new rules, transgender women can only compete in the LTA's women's events if they meet specific criteria set by the ITF, which includes having testosterone levels below 5 nmol/L for at least 12 months prior to competition. This policy affects various levels of competition, from junior to senior events, but does not apply to recreational or non-competitive play. The LTA's move has sparked discussions on inclusivity versus competitive fairness in sports.
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