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flag The IOC plans to ban transgender women from female Olympic events by 2026, citing lasting male puberty advantages.

flag The International Olympic Committee is preparing to ban transgender women from competing in female Olympic events, potentially by 2026, citing scientific evidence that male puberty provides lasting athletic advantages despite hormone treatment. flag IOC officials, including President Kirsty Coventry and Chief Medical Officer Jane Thornton, argue the move is necessary to protect fairness in women’s sports, aligning with similar policies in the U.S. and other sports bodies. flag The decision follows political pressure and recent controversies, though scientific consensus remains mixed on the extent of physiological advantages. flag A formal announcement is expected in February 2026, signaling a shift away from self-identification in elite women’s competition.

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