Aryna Sabalenka supports gender testing policy in women’s tennis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
On August 2, Aryna Sabalenka, the top-ranked WTA player, expressed her support for a new gender screening policy aimed at transgender athletes. The Women's Tennis Association introduced this policy as a means to ensure fair competition and align with the International Olympic Committee's eligibility standards for the upcoming 2028 Olympics. This follows comments made by Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who spoke out against transgender women competing in women's sports, generating significant public discussion. Both athletes underscore a growing debate surrounding inclusion and fairness in sports.
- •Sabalenka supports mandatory gene testing for women’s eligibility.
- •WTA's policy aligns with IOC guidelines established earlier this year.
- •Cunningham's recent comments reignited discussions on transgender athletes.
- •Cunningham emphasized protecting young girls in sports during interviews.
- •Public and athlete reactions highlight divisions in views on this topic.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s pretty fair’: Another women’s sports star speaks out on transgender athletes after Sophie Cunningham
"Last month, Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham caused quite a stir when she spoke out against transgender women competing in women’s sports. Now, another high-profile athlete has offered a similar stance. Following Cunningham’s recent comments, top-ranked tennis star Aryna Sabalenka was asked about the WTA’s controversial new gender screening policy which is designed to prevent…
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