Male pool players identifying as females faced each other in a championship match in the UK. Harriet Haynes beat Lucy Smith at the Ultimate Pool Women’s Pro Series Event. There was controversy surrounding trans players competing in female categories.
Key Points
Transgender pool players Harriet Haynes and Lucy Smith faced each other in a championship match
Haynes won the tournament despite Smith's comeback
Controversy arose over the inclusion of transgender players in women's categories
Organizations like EPBF and WEPF have different policies regarding transgender players
Female players like Kim O’Brien and Lynne Pinches protested competing against Haynes
Pros
Increased inclusivity for transgender individuals in sports
Cons
Controversy and backlash from some female players
Questions about fairness and eligibility in women's categories