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IOC introduces gender testing for women at 2028 Olympics, limiting participation

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will introduce gender testing for women for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

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Participation in women's classes at the Olympics and other IOC events is now limited to biological women, based on a genetic test.

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What specific criteria or thresholds will be used in the genetic testing to determine biological sex?
How will the IOC handle cases where athletes have intersex variations or other genetic complexities?
What are the potential consequences or appeals process for athletes who fail the gender test?
How many athletes are expected to be affected by this new policy at the 2028 Olympics?
What is the exact timeline and procedure for implementing the gender testing before the 2028 Olympics?
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