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Gauff Speaks Out on WTA Gene Policy | Raleigh News
The WTA is introducing a new gene-testing policy for the 2028 Olympics, targeting the SRY gene to ensure fairness in women’s tennis—mirroring moves in track, skiing, and boxing. Coco Gauff supports the goal of fair competition but strongly opposes how the issue is being weaponized to fuel hate against the trans community. She warns that some are using the debate as an excuse to target transgender athletes, calling it unacceptable. The WTA insists the test separates biological sex from gender identity, not to disrespect anyone, though critics—including human rights groups—are raising alarms…
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