The IOC's new SRY gene testing policy affects far more women than the headlines suggest, with implications that extend well beyond elite sport.1 April 2026
I recently joined Natasha Devon MBE on LBC to discuss the IOC's new approach to trans women in Olympic competition. The conversation centred on what this policy actually means in practice, and why the impact is likely to be far broader than many people realise.
The focus on SRY gene testing raises important questions about how we define eligibility, biological difference, and fairness in sport. These aren't simple questions, and they deserve careful, nuanced exploration rather than headlines that reduce complex issues to soundbites.
Listen to the full discussion to hear more about the implications for trans athletes, cisgender women with differences in sex development, and what this means for the future of inclusive sport.