One of the fundamental principles of sports is to promote inclusivity and equality

Proponents of allowing transgender athletes to compete in accordance with their gender identity argue that denying them this right is a form of discrimination. They argue that excluding transgender athletes from sports teams or competitions based on their assigned sex at birth is akin to the historic discrimination faced by other groups, such as women and racial minorities, in sports. Inclusivity not only promotes fairness but also helps create a more diverse and accepting society. Medical and scientific communities generally support the inclusion of transgender athletes in sports according to their gender identity. Organizations like the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and the American Medical Association (AMA) have stated that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) often leads to a significant decrease in physical advantages associated with birth-assigned sex, such as muscle mass and bone density. This suggests that transgender women, for example, do not maintain an inherent competitive advantage over cisgender women once they have undergone appropriate medical transitions. Athletes, regardless of their gender identity, have varying levels of skill, strength, and performance. The argument that transgender athletes will universally outperform cisgender athletes is not supported by the evidence. Just as there is a range of physical abilities among cisgender athletes, the same holds true for transgender athletes. Many sports organizations, including the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and various national governing bodies, have implemented guidelines and regulations to ensure fair competition for transgender athletes. These policies often require transgender athletes to undergo hormone therapy and meet specific eligibility criteria. By adhering to these regulations, governing bodies aim to strike a balance between inclusivity and competitive fairness. There are real-world examples of transgender athletes successfully competing in accordance with their gender identity without causing unfair advantages. Transgender athletes like Chris Mosier and Laurel Hubbard have participated in various sports without dominating their respective fields, suggesting that the fears of an unfair advantage are not universally realized.