March 27, 2026 - 13:55 AMT
IOC bans transgender athletes from women events

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has banned transgender athletes from participating in women’s competitions.

The decision will come into force starting from the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles and will not have retroactive effect.

To compete in women’s events, athletes will be required to confirm their sex through genetic testing. Exceptions will be предусмотрены in rare cases for athletes with differences of sex development.