The WTA has introduced a mandatory one-time gene test for the SRY gene to confirm biological sex, effective Tuesday, ensuring compliance with updated eligibility policies.
The new policy will be implemented on Tuesday
Jul 20, 2026
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What's the storyThe Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has updated its eligibility policy, mandating a one-time genetic test for all women players.
The test is designed to help determine biological sex through a cheek swab or blood sample and will be implemented starting Tuesday.
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Players will need to take a test for the SRY gene, which helps to determine biological sex, the WTA says.
The decision sees the WTA move in line with the IOC and other sporting governing bodies including World Athletics, despite there…
BERLIN (AP) — The Women’s Tennis Association is introducing one-off mandatory gene-testing for all players effective from Tuesday…
Women's tour mandates gene test for eligibility
Tennis players must undergo genetic sex testing to secure WTA Tour eligibility
Women’s tennis tour introduces mandatory gene testing for eligibility
Women’s tennis players must take one-time gene test for eligibility
Female tennis players must undergo genetic sex testing to play on WTA Tour
WTA introduces gene testing for all players on women’s tennis tour
WTA introduces gene testing for all players on women's tennis tour
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WTA launches new sex test policy for female stars
