The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is reportedly moving closer to introducing a blanket ban on transgender women competing in female categories across all sports.

IOC President Kirsty Coventry, elected as the first female president, set up a working group on women’s sport protection. Initial scientific findings suggest athletes born male may retain physiological advantages even after testosterone reduction.

While no official decisions have been taken, the ban could be implemented before the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, though it’s unlikely to affect February 2026 Winter Games. The IOC continues discussions on sex eligibility and DSD athletes, aiming to reach a global consensus.

IOC Moves Towards Blanket Ban On Trans Women In Female Categories

The US is updating visa rules to bar transgender women from competing in elite women’s sports, blocking “extraordinary ability” visas. The policy follows a Trump-era executive order on trans athletes.

'Matter of safety, fairness, respect, and truth': US to block trans women from entering on visas to compete in women’s sports

On International Women's day, it brings immense pride to celebrate the achievements of women as well as call for an action for the improvement of the conditions of women. But its high time that we also talk about trans-women, because they are women too.

Opinion: International Women's day is for transgender-women too

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