Transgender Weightlifter Wins Women's Weightlifting Competition
A transgender weightlifter won the Masters National Weightlifting Championships in the women's category, sparking controversy over transgender athletes in sports.
Key Points
- Vicki Piper won the women's 76-kilogram weight category at the Masters National Weightlifting Championships.
- Piper lifted 56 kg in the snatch and 71 kg in the clean and jerk.
- USA Weightlifting rules now allow transgender athletes with evidence of hormone therapy for at least two years to compete.
Pros
- Vicki Piper won first place in the women's weightlifting competition.
Cons
- Controversy arose over transgender athletes competing in gender-specific sports categories.