World Athletics has approved the introduction of a one-time genetic test for elite athletes who wish to compete in the women's category at international events. The "pre-clearance requirement" is ...

World Athletics has not fixed a date for the introduction of the test, but it is expected to be in place for the outdoor World Championships in Tokyo this September.

The new regulations will include a once-off swab test ... of athletics,” World Athletics said in a statement. “The majority of stakeholders consulted last month on the proposed new eligibility ...

World Athletics has approved the introduction of a test to determine if an athlete ... Council meeting to tighten regulations over the eligibility of transgender and difference of sex development ...

World Athletics said it had approved the introduction of a cheek swab test to determine if an athlete is biologically female. Sebastian Coe, pictured after he finished third in the election to be ...

The "pre-clearance requirement" is among several recommendations that have been approved at the World Athletics Council meeting to tighten regulations concerning the eligibility of transgender and ...