Biological men will not be able to participate in the women's categories of the Olympic Games
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TL;DR
- The IOC will implement a new policy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- Only athletes without the SRY gene will be eligible for the women's category.
- The SRY gene is a reliable indicator of male biological development.
- Athletes will undergo a one-time genetic test (saliva or blood sample).
- The decision aims to ensure fairness and safety in women's sports.
- Exceptions exist for athletes with conditions like complete androgen insensitivity.
- Individuals with androgen-sensitive XY chromosomes must compete in the men's category.
- This regulation applies exclusively to high-performance sports.
- The policy follows controversies, including recent incidents at the Paris 2024 Olympics.