The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that global sports leaders have reached a consensus on a new, uniform set of eligibility criteria for transgender athletes. The upcoming policy, expected to be finalized in the first half of 2026, aims to replace the current patchwork of rules across different sports federations. Reports suggest the new standards may restrict participation in female categories for transgender women who have undergone male puberty.
Date: February 7, 2026. Source: aljazeera.com