Women's No 1 Aryna Sabalenka disagrees with the inclusion of transgender athletes in the WTA Tour. Reuters
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Sabalenka: Trans athletes have 'huge advantage', unfair for women.

  • Aryna Sabalenka stated it's "unfair" for women to compete against "biological men" in sports, citing a "huge advantage" for trans athletes.
  • Her comments contribute to an ongoing debate, with some bodies like World Aquatics and World Athletics banning trans athletes from women's events.
  • Nick Kyrgios agreed with Sabalenka's view on the issue.
  • The WTA currently permits trans athletes under specific conditions, including a four-year female gender declaration and lowered testosterone levels.

Why It Matters: Sabalenka's comments intensify the critical debate on trans athletes in women's sports.

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