"Gender Testing in Sports: A Controversial Legacy"
The history of sex testing in the Olympics has disqualified numerous athletes, often in secrecy, based on unscientific and subjective standards. This practice has not only barred high-profile athletes like Caster Semenya but also discouraged countless others from pursuing sports careers. The policies have enforced a strict gender binary, impacting intersex and trans women disproportionately and shaping the landscape of competitive sports.