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Navigating Gender and Science in Sports
This chapter addresses the controversy of gender categorization in elite sports through the lens of a recent incident involving an Algerian boxer. It advocates for a balance between scientific standards and respect for individual identity while critiquing the lack of rigor in gender-related accusations in athletics. Additionally, it explores the politicization of scientific issues including public health, revealing the impact of political dynamics on the understanding and management of science in society.