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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Pro surfer says she ‘won’t be competing’ if World Surf League uphold transgender ruling

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Pro surfer Bethany Hamilton has received criticism after posting a social media video to air her beliefs that transgender athletes should compete in a different surfing division.

In a second video posted in response to those critics, Hamilton doubled down on her “different world views” and insisted she would not compete in World Surf League events if they stick to a new rule which allows transgender athletes to maintain specific levels of hormones to compete in the women’s division.

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