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Caster Semenya Wins Measured Victory at European Court of Human Rights

The court says Semenya suffered discrimination because of her high natural testosterone level, but it did not strike down the regulations World Athletics imposes on women athletes.

Megan Rapinoe and Martina Navratilova Spar Over Trans Women in Sports

The tennis icon had a one-word response to the soccer star’s thoughts on trans inclusion in sports.

CeCé Telfer on Being a Transgender Woman Athlete

In an exclusive clip of Like a Girl, Telfer talks about the discrimination she's faced.

Transgender Women Athletes Banned from World Athletics Track Events

LGBTQ+ rights groups have slammed the decision as discriminatory.

World Athletics Seeks Stricter Rules for Transgender Women

The sports organization may require lower testosterone levels than current rules allow.

Athletes Don Rainbow Nails at Moscow World Championships

Two Swedish athletes took a subtle stand for equality at the world championships in Moscow, while a Russian gold medalist said she supports the suppression of LGBT identities.

How Nikki Hiltz Is Making Running More Inclusive for LGBTQ+ People

"As a non-binary athlete navigating a very gendered world of athletics, it's easy to feel out of place," Hiltz said.

LGBT Athletes Win Gold, Silver, and Bronze in Rio

Out athletes all around the world will bring home their bling from Rio. Find out which LGBT athletes took home medals this year.  

World Cup Shirts Highlight Soccer's Homophobic Atmosphere

The designer behind T-shirts using homophobic slurs regarding World Cup athletes says the shirts are not offensive.

Russian Athletes Deny Kiss Was Protest of Antigay Laws

Yulia Gushchina and Ksenia Ryzhova say speculation over the kiss they shared at World Athletics Championships in Moscow was the product of 'sick fantasies.'

First day of competition at Gay Games a success despite heat

Some of the Gay Games' 12,000 athletes from around the world kicked off the first day of competition Sunday in Chicago.

Op-ed: Can Jason Collins Do for LGBTs What Ellen Can't?

The sports world has been waiting for a gay professional athlete to come out publicly. And there was good reason to hope the moment would star an African-American male.

Year In Review 2012: 25 Most Notable Comings Out

Thousands of LGBT folks no doubt came out this year, but we had our eyes on the handful who helped push visibility in the worlds of entertainment, politics, and athletics.

Freeing Brittney: How They Got Griner Home

When the most famous female athlete in the world was arrested in Russia -- days before that nation started a war -- it set off a desperate nine-month scramble.

Amelie Mauresmo grabs top spot again

Lesbian tennis star Amelie Mauresmo has again grabbed the top spot in her sport, making her one of the most successful out athletes in the world.

Trans Marathoner Places 6,159th in Women's Category, Right-Wing Media Throws a Fit

Glenique Frank is being blasted for her participation in the London Marathon, even though she didn't come close to winning.

How the 2024 Paris Olympics could become a force to reverse climate change

These three, small actions could make a huge difference for the environment.

Weight Lifter Laurel Hubbard Likely to Be First Out Trans Olympian

The New Zealander has qualified for this year's Tokyo Olympics.

New Olympic Guidelines Aim for Greater Trans Inclusion

The International Olympic Committee's new framework scraps blanket testosterone limits in favor of letting each sport's governing body determine eligibility for trans and intersex athletes. 

Trans Triathelete Joins Team USA, Makes History

Chris Mosier's awe-inspiring time in the men's sprint duathlon has opened a new door for trans athletes nationwide.

USA Rugby’s Naima Reddick: Let Trans Women Play

"I want every person who loves rugby to have the chance to feel the way I did."