AB Hernandez captures two titles at California track championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:56 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
AB Hernandez, a 17-year-old transgender athlete, won gold medals in the high jump and triple jump at the CIF State Track & Field Championships in Clovis, California, on Saturday. This marks her second consecutive year as a champion in these events, adding to her status as a four-time state winner. Hernandez also secured a third-place finish in the long jump. Despite facing backlash from critics, including political figures, her mother expressed pride in her daughter's perseverance and achievements. Hernandez's successes come amidst ongoing discussions surrounding the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports, as highlighted by recent controversies and protests at the event.
- •Hernandez won gold in high jump and triple jump at CIF Championships
- •She placed third in the long jump, marking her second year medaling
- •Parents and critics continue to voice strong opinions on trans athlete inclusion
- •Her mother publicly supports Hernandez amid controversial media coverage
- •CIF policy allows trans girls to compete in accordance with California law
- 8:56 PMYahoo Sports — 'She did it!': Mom of trans teen celebrates championship amid protests
"AB Hernandez won two events at California's State Track & Field Championships Saturday and finished third in another, and each time shared the podium with a cisgender runner-up.
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