Hubbard, whose 2018 Commonwealth Games campaign was overshadowed by publicity and criticism of her participa..., is on track to qualify for the women’s 87kg+ category at this year’s Olympics — and it’s yet again sparking heated debate across the sporting world.
Hubbard is in Canberra preparing to compete on Sunday in the International Weightlifting Federation Australian Weightlifting Open 87kg-and-above category still looking to cement her qualification for this year’s Olympics.
The 42-year-old, who previously competed as Gavin Hubbard in men’s weightlifting competitions before transitioning seven years ago, remains a contentious figure despite her participation meeting every guideline the International Olympic Committee and IWF have surrounding the inclusion of transgender athletes.
Morgan on Friday took to Twitter to slam Hubbard’s inclusion in the women’s competition, labelling it an unfair advantage for the Kiwi.
“This is insane. Women’s rights to basic fairness & equality are getting destroyed at the altar of political correctness,” he posted.
“Trans women born with biological male bodies have a massive physical advantage against women born with female bodies in any sport where power & strength are significant factors. This shouldn’t be a contentious claim, it’s just a rather obvious fact.”
Bloody hell, what a con! Her!? Transitioned!? He was born a bloke, still looks like a bloke and obviously still lifts like a bloke.
He's a bloke!
Competing in a women's athletic event!
Anything to win a medal! Geez...
