Seems like this to me too. I would somewhat understand if she had won by a landslide over the other girls, then an argument could be made that she might have had an advantage due to being born a male, but seeing as she did not in fact win by a landslide and in fact came third, something else might be behind this "outrage".
That was one meet. In the 200 meter over the season she did steam roll for the most part I posted her record in the OP.
Now I say its due to her long legs (not her transitioning) that once her stride picks up, he speed is mostly unmatched (which is why her 200 is better than her 100)
But I also dont dismiss (other than the bigots) those who have legit question as to fairness based on physiological differences.
Also this is one case, but not every possible case.
I questioned (mostly to myself), but from the aspect on compromise/integration (because I believe there should be) what would be the ultimate answer across the board (for HRT, and non-HRT transitioners)
I seen answers for one way or the other, but not a set standard that would satisfy the general (legit) worry. Because like its been stated not everyone transitioning is on hormones that would diminish those "natural body advantages" (Which the IOC guideline would not satisfy)
Thats legitimate, but the discussion as a whole (not the argument the bigots are making) is; When it comes to sports how do you integrate Transgender in to Male/Female pseudo-segregated leagues?
Is it based off hormone level? If so what of those who identify but dont/cant utilize HRT?
Is it based on identity? If so if you cant use the generally accepted differences of sex (not gender) what do you use?
If its neither, is it a scientific fallacy that male, and females are generally different when it come to biology?
I absolutely think transgenders (Im talking across the board) should be able to compete. Its the how (systematically that is), not the why I personally dont have the answer to
but the whole point of pseudo-segregate leagues (by Sex) is so those with physiological dis-advantages can compete with those in proximity of them (physiologically wise).
Or do you agree with the other poster? Get rid of sex/gender based leagues and let the best person win?
Also just like I dismiss bigots who absolute dont want to see this girl and others compete, I dismiss those who jumo straight to calling those who question the process (not the individual) transphobics