How an Ivy League swimmer became the face of the debate on transgender women in sports
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The success of Penn senior Lia Thomas, a transgender woman who previously competed for the men’s team, has raised questions about trans women’s participation in sports and the balance of inclusion and fair play.
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Penn's Thomas becomes first transgender woman to win NCAA swimming
Former teammate of trans swimmer Lia Thomas: 'It's so important
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No, NCAA Didn't Strip Lia Thomas of National Championship After Test Results
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PENN'S TRANS LIA THOMAS IS AN IVY CHAMP IN 500-YARD FREESTYLE
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Lia Thomas: Success of transgender athlete has thrust sport into a charged debate that no one seems capable of resolving
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Lia Thomas sweeps Ivy League Championships, advances to NCAA
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Penn women's swimmer Lia Thomas sparks national conversation on
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World Athletics president calls future of women's sport 'fragile,' defends testosterone regulations – Times of London
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DeSantis honors swimmer who finished second to Lia Thomas, calls her 'rightful winner
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Dumped by email,' says cyclist's mother as British Cycling bans transgender riders from competition
16 Penn Swimmers Write Letter About Teammate Lia Thomas
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How an Ivy League swimmer became the face of the debate on
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Lia Thomas Rival Says Trans Athletes Show 'Utter Disregard' to
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Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas nominated for NCAA 2022 Woman of the Year Award
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Stanford soccer star's death renews questions about student-athletes' mental health. The pressures they face present distinct challenges, experts say