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Up until now, the IOC has maintained a somewhat flexible stance, allowing trans women to compete in women’s categories provided they meet specific criteria, primarily having testosterone levels below a certain threshold. This approach was designed to balance inclusivity with fairness in competition. However, for many sports, the ultimate decision to allow a transgender athlete to compete has been left to the discretion of individual governing bodies, leading to inconsistencies across disciplines.
The impending change would mark a departure from this individualized approach, potentially outlawing participation based solely on gender identity rather than hormonal or biological criteria. Details about how exactly the new policy will be implemented remain unclear for now.