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IOC to reintroduce gender testing, bar transgender women from female Olympic events

The International Olympic Committee announced it will reintroduce gender testing to determine eligibility for the women's category.

Published Mar 26, 2026, 10:25 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The International Olympic Committee said Thursday it is reintroducing gender testing to determine who is eligible to compete in the female category at the Olympics. The IOC said the move will prevent transgender women from competing in women's events.