The USOPC has decided against creating specific policies for transgender athlete eligibility ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, despite pressure from political figures and changing views on inclusion in women's sports. USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland emphasized that defining eligibility should remain the responsibility of international federations and national governing bodies, not the committee itself. This decision is particularly delicate amid policies like President Trump's Executive Order which prohibits transgender women from competing in women's categories post-male puberty, raising concerns about potential conflicts with participation obligations imposed by the LA 2028 host contract.
Responsibility for athlete eligibility...falls to international federations in global events and national governing bodies in domestic competitions.
As a board, we reaffirmed our commitment to protecting opportunities for athletes to participate in sport and to ensuring women have a fair and safe competitive environment.
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