Cyclist Emily Bridges has accused the UCI of using trans women as targets in a "culture war" after she was barred from competing in an elite women's race.
Bridges, 21, qualified to participate in the National Omnium Championships that were held in the Derby Arena last month. However, just days beforehand, the UCI told British Cycling that her entry could only be permitted once her eligibility to race in international competitions was confirmed.
The authority cited the fact that international ranking points are allocated at national championship events. Therefore, it was argued that it was unfair of Bridges to deny others of points without being officially cleared to compete.
