Olympic Women's Sport Limited to Biological Females
The women's category of Olympic sports will be limited to biological females from 2028, says the International Olympic Committee.
Summary
On March 26, 2026, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed a significant policy change regarding the women's category in Olympic sports.
Effective from 2028, this directive will restrict participation in women's events to biological females, raising questions about current eligibility criteria and athlete classifications.
This decision may necessitate a reevaluation of existing frameworks and could influence the competitive landscape across various sports disciplines.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Primary source | BBC Sport |
| Source count | 2 |
| First published | 2026-03-26T14:29:18.000Z |
Updates
Update at 08:57 UTC on 2026-03-29
France 24 reported Only biological women will be allowed to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics following a landmark decision by the International Olympic Committee.
Sources: France 24
Update at 08:57 UTC on 2026-03-29
France 24 reported Only biological women will be able to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics after a landmark decision by the International Olympic Committee.
Sources: France 24