The Ben Shapiro Show
Defending the Integrity of Women's Sports | Riley Gaines
May 26, 2024
Riley Gaines, a former University of Kentucky swimmer and advocate for women's sports, shares her compelling journey from a small town in Tennessee to becoming a voice for fairness in athletics. She dives into her experiences facing off against policies allowing biological males in women’s competitions, sparking significant debate. Riley discusses the challenges of gender identity in sports, the impact on female athletes, and her push for institutional change. Her fierce advocacy embodies the fight for integrity in women's athletics.
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- Riley Gaines stands up against allowing biological males in women's sports, advocating for fairness and integrity.
- Encounter with transgender swimmer Leah Thomas sparks national debate on gender identity in sports.
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Riley Gaines: From Competitive Swimming to Advocacy
Riley Gaines, a standout athlete and advocate for fairness in women's sports, shares her journey from competitive swimming at the University of Kentucky to challenging the participation of male swimmers in women's sports. Despite her impressive swimming career achievements, Riley faced unexpected challenges when competing against transgender swimmer Leah Thomas. This led to a national debate on gender identity in sports and the importance of maintaining fair competition for women. Through advocacy work and her book, Riley highlights the need to uphold sex-based protections and defend single-sex spaces.
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