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World Athletics Introduces Mandatory Gender Verification Tests for Female Athletes

The new policy, using non-invasive methods, aims to ensure fair competition but has reignited debates over fairness and discrimination in sports.

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Der Welt-Leichtathletik-Verband plant verpflichtende Geschlechtstests für Athletinnen einzuführen (Symbolbild).
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Overview

  • World Athletics now requires female athletes to undergo one-time gender verification tests to confirm biological sex for competition eligibility.
  • The tests will use non-invasive methods, such as cheek swabs or dried blood spot tests, to detect the SRY gene associated with sex differentiation.
  • Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics, stated the policy is necessary to protect the integrity of women's sports and maintain trust in competition.
  • Critics argue the policy perpetuates outdated and discriminatory practices, placing female athletes under undue suspicion.
  • The International Olympic Committee is also considering reintroducing similar gender verification measures, signaling a broader trend in sports governance.