WTA Genetic Sex Testing Policy: Player Reactions & Eligibility Rules
The WTA’s new genetic sex testing policy has quickly become one of the most heavily discussed sports governance topics of the year. WTA stars, including World No. 3 Jessica Pegula, have begun addressing the policy’s details, which seek to establish standardized genetic eligibility criteria across all professional women’s tennis tournaments. While the WTA states that the policy ensures fair competition, players and coaches have raised critical questions regarding the implementation timeline, medical privacy, and how it aligns with other international sports federations. ...