"Surfing Champion Bethany Hamilton Confronts Trans Activists at Library Event"

Transgender activists disrupted a Missouri library event featuring former University of Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines and surfing legend Bethany Hamilton, with at least one activist mocking Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack. Gaines condemned the activists' behavior, calling it "messed up" and "insufferable," while also highlighting the importance of sharing their stories. Hamilton, who has faced criticism for speaking out against transgender women competing in professional surfing, has received death threats for her advocacy. Both athletes have been vocal in their fight to protect women's sports from the inclusion of male competitors.