Transgender cyclists are definitely not allowed to participate in English women’s races. The British association has decided that transgender women must participate in a so-called open category together with the men.
The British union made this decision on Friday after an extensive investigation. That was instituted a year ago because of the Emily Bridges issue.
Born as a man, Bridges wanted to compete in the British women’s track championships. She had shown that her testosterone level had been reduced to the required values. The British association allowed Bridges to participate in the women’s tournament for that reason, but the international cycling association UCI put a stop to this.
The British cycling federation then decided to thoroughly investigate the matter and not allow transgender riders to participate in women’s competitions for the time being. That decision is now final.
Men’s category becomes open category
Female cyclists who were born male will from now on have to compete against men. The same goes for non-binary athletes. The men’s category will be dropped and become an open category. With this, the British cycling federation follows the example of the athletics union and the swimming federation.
British cycling federation chairman Jon Dutton is pleased with the outcome. “I am convinced that with this policy we keep cycling fair,” he says. “And at the same time we make sure everyone has the opportunity to participate.”
The international cycling federation UCI has not yet made a decision about transgender riders. The subject is on the agenda in August at the meeting during the World Cup in Glasgow.
2023-05-26 12:50:49
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