BBC News·3 min read·medium
Tennis players must take sex test to play on women's tour under new WTA policy
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The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has introduced a new eligibility policy requiring all players to undergo genetic sex testing to compete on the tour. Starting in 2026, players must provide samples to confirm the absence of the SRY gene, with positive results triggering further medical assessment.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Tennis is the latest sport to introduce genetic testing for women
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