The transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has been disqualified from competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, following a contentious ruling. The choice was made following contentious discussions on diversity and fairness in sports. Due to her biological sex at birth, Thomas, who had previously competed for the University of Pennsylvania’s women’s swim team, was under investigation for her ability to participate in women’s events. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) stated that the major justification for the ban was to ensure that all competitors compete on an even playing field. Calls for more precise rules and regulations have resulted from this verdict, which has rekindled conversations about the relationship between transgender rights and competitive sports.