Inclusive Swim Trials: Transgender Athletes to Compete in Open Category
Swimming's governing body, World Aquatics, has announced plans to establish an "open category" that will include transgender competitors in future events. The decision comes after previous bans on transgender athletes participating in major events. World Aquatics President Husain Al-Musallam emphasized the importance of inclusivity and fair competition, stating that "nobody should be excluded from our competitions." The first trial event is expected to take place soon, with details yet to be confirmed. American swimmer Lia Thomas made history in 2022 as the first transgender woman to win a national title in swimming.