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Transgender Golfer Hailey Davidson Wins Women's Tournament, Moves Closer to LPGA Qualifying Tour

Davidson's Victory Sparks Controversy Over Integrity of Women's Sports

  • Transgender golfer Hailey Davidson won the NXXT Women's Classic, moving her closer to a spot on the LPGA qualifying tour.
  • Davidson, who transitioned from male to female, is now leading the NXXT tour's leaderboard.
  • The win has sparked controversy, with critics arguing it undermines the integrity of women's sports.
  • Davidson underwent gender reassignment surgery in 2021 and began hormone therapy in 2015.
  • The LPGA Tour removed its 'female at birth' requirement in 2010, allowing transgender athletes to compete.
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