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But LGBT campaign group Stonewall described the decision as"disappointing" - and criticised World Athletics for"closing the door" on trans people competing at an international level.Lord Coe said the decision was open to being challenged and was not"written in stone" - but vowed World Athletics would to"vigorously defend" its position.
Its remit will be to"consult specifically with transgender athletes to seek views on competing in athletics" - in the hope of reviewing and potentially commissioning additional research.The decision to exclude transgender women was made after a consultation with a number of stakeholders including 40 member federations, athletes and coaches, together with community groups including trans organisations, UN experts, the International Olympic Committee and Para Athletics, Lord Coe said.
"Many believe there is insufficient evidence that trans women do not retain advantage over biological women, and want more evidence that any physical advantages have been ameliorated before they are willing to consider an option for inclusion into the female category."Differences in sex development athletes
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