World Athletics’ 2025 policy shift on sex testing in women’s sports sparks debate, highlighting historical harms and contemporary risks. Critics call for more inclusive and science-based approaches.
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Human rights advocates condemn sex testing in sports as harmful and invasive, calling out its role in outing and scrutinizing athletes. They urge for policies that protect dignity and privacy, emphasizing fairness without discrimination.
World Athletics will implement sex testing to bar trans women and certain athletes from the World Championships, citing fairness in competition. The move has sparked controversy and intense debate within the sports community.