As it’s been reported by the Wate portal, the ADCC has announced their official policy on transgender athletes when it comes to competing at ADCC tournaments.
They start off with:
In an ongoing commitment to fostering a fair and inclusive sporting environment, ADCC has carefully considered the various perspectives and challenges associated with transgender athletes in competitive sports.
After thoughtful deliberation, ADCC has established a policy that requires athletes to register and compete in the division that aligns with their biological sex.
They continue to list out the key policy points:
1. Biological Sex Classification: Athletes are required to register and compete in the division corresponding to their biological sex as assigned at birth.
2. No Exceptions: ADCC’s policy does not allow exceptions to the biological sex classification.
3. Enforcement: Any violation or attempt to circumvent this policy will result in severe consequences, including a lengthy suspension or possible lifetime ban from all ADCC sanctioned events.
Mo Jassim, ADCC’s head organizer, added:
This policy has been developed to uphold the principals of fair competition and establishing clear guidelines is essential for maintaining the integrity of our sport to ensure a level playing field for our competitors.
It’s been reported that this policy applies to all ADCC sanctioned events including ADCC Opens, ADCC Trials, and ADCC World Championship.
