Browsing: gene testing

Gene tests are now mandatory in women’s athletics to verify eligibility under new rules. The move aims to ensure fair competition by assessing genetic markers linked to performance, sparking widespread debate.

All female athletes will now undergo mandatory genetic testing before the World Athletics Championships, following controversy sparked by Imane Khelif’s Olympics eligibility dispute, organizers confirmed.

World Athletics has introduced mandatory gene testing for athletes seeking to compete in female categories, aiming to ensure fair competition. The new rule has sparked debate across the global sports community.