USA Boxing’s Inclusion Rule Ignites Fierce Debate & Safety Concerns
In a chilling announcement, USA Boxing has declared that transgender women, who’ve surgically transitioned and passed rigorous hormone tests, may now compete against cisgender women. The controversial ruling sparked immediate concern from Cary Williams, a revered Olympic coach and former competitor, who warned of the “deadly” risks this decision could pose for female athletes. With a plea for safety-first, Williams called for a separate category in the ring for transgender competitors, shedding light on the crucial intersection between the rights of transgender individuals and the pressing need to ensure women’s safety in sport.