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Tested: Questions of a Physical Nature
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The Gender Test: Historical Scrutiny of Female Athletes
This chapter explores the complex narrative surrounding female athletes, particularly focusing on DSD athletes and the societal scrutiny they face. It delves into the historical context of sex verification in sports, examining how policies initiated in the early 20th century continue to impact athletes today. Through archival research at the Olympic Studies Center, the chapter uncovers the male-dominated dynamics of the IOC and the ambiguous justifications behind discriminatory practices against women in athletics.
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