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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Josh Marcus

Michael Phelps’ alleged ex-girlfriend calls him ‘hypocrite’ over trans rights comments about Lia Thomas

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A trans activist who claims she once dated Michael Phelps is claiming the Olympic swimming legend is a “hypocrite” for his seemingly ambivalent stance on controversial trans swimmer Lia Thomas.

Speaking with Radar, Taylor Lianne Chandler, whom Mr Phelps has never confirmed having a relationship with, said the swim star was ill-informed about trans issues, after he spoke about Ms Thomas.

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