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World cycling’s governing body bans trans athletes from competing in female categories

World cycling’s governing body has banned trans athletes from competing in the female categories. On 14 July, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) announced the shocking news in a statement. “From now on, female transgender athletes who have transitioned after (male) puberty will be prohibited from participating in women’s events on the UCI international calendar – in all categories – in all the various disciplines,” the governing body said. “Given the current state of scientific knowledge, it is also impossible to rule out the possibility that biomechanical factors such as the shape and…

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Trans cyclist Emily Bridges ‘dreams’ of riding for Wales despite participation ban

Cyclist Emily Bridges spoken about her dream to represent Wales at the Commonwealth Games, in spite of bans on trans participation. The record breaker has made a documentary with ITV Cymru about her experience as a trans woman elite cyclist, titled “Race to Be Me”. “I love Wales and it’s a dream to be in that Welsh jersey in the Commonwealth Games,” she said. This is despite a ban by British Cycling on trans participation in the sport, pending review. The organisation intends to publish the review update in 2023:…

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