Navigating DSD and Fairness in Sports

This chapter examines the contentious regulations imposed on athletes with Differences in Sexual Development (DSD), focusing on a Namibian athlete's journey amid heightened scrutiny over her natural testosterone levels. It discusses the emotional and ethical dilemmas faced by these athletes, especially with the new World Athletics requirements, which compel them to choose between medical interventions or relinquishing competitive aspirations. Through personal experiences and broader implications, the chapter invites listeners to contemplate the complexities of gender identity, fairness in sports, and the intricate nature of biological sex.