AB Hernandez captures two titles at California track championships

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.

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