London: The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) has announced a major change to its eligibility rules on Monday, introducing mandatory one-time genetic sex testing for all players wishing to compete on the WTA Tour from Tuesday.

Under the updated women's eligibility policy, players must provide a cheek swab, blood, or saliva sample to test for the SRY gene. This gene is part of the Y chromosome and is responsible for developing male traits.

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Only players who receive a negative result, indicating the gene is not present, will be eligible to compete. Those who test positive will go through further medical evaluation before a decision is made. Players will only be tested once in their lifetime. They must also sign a declaration acknowledging that they could face disciplinary action if they refuse testing.

The revised regulations replace the WTA's earlier policy, last updated in 2024, which allowed transgender women to compete as long as they maintained testosterone levels below 2.5 nmol/L continuously for the previous two years. Currently, no known transgender women are competing on the WTA Tour.

"The WTA's women's eligibility policy aims to promote equal athletic opportunities in women's professional tennis and ensure fair competition for all players in WTA tournaments," the governing body stated.

"Since its introduction in 1975, the eligibility policy has undergone periodic reviews based on developments in international sport."

"Following the latest review, which involved consultation with WTA members and changing standards in women's sport, the WTA board approved an updated women's eligibility policy based on biological sex, set to begin in 2026."

The WTA also recognised the sensitivity of the issue, stating, "The WTA understands that this is a sensitive and complex matter. We are committed to treating all players with dignity while implementing the policy in a respectful and thoughtful manner."

This decision follows similar actions by other governing bodies. World Athletics introduced mandatory one-time gene testing for athletes competing in the female category at world-ranking events in September 2025, while World Boxing approved compulsory SRY testing for all female-category competitors in May 2025.

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Cincinnati Bearcats offensive lineman Evan Tengesdahl has been nominated for the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) announced Monday, July 20.

The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team recognizes student-athletes for community service, academic dedication and impact on and off the field.

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Tengesdahl has already received Preseason All-America honors from several outlets, including the Walter Camp Football Foundation, and has been named Preseason All-Big 12 by Phil Steele and Athlon Sports.

Tengesdahl’s 82.8 PFF rating in 2025 was the highest among Big 12 guards and ranked sixth nationally at the position. He helped Cincinnati’s line earn recognition from the Joe Moore Award, as the Bearcats were named semifinalists for the award that annually honors the top offensive line in the country.

Off the field, Tengesdahl has made the Dean’s List in each of the last five semesters and was an Academic All-District selection this past year. He also contributes in the community and visited patients at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Memphis during Cincinnati’s stay for the AutoZone Liberty Bowl.

The final roster of 23 award recipients announced in September will bring together:• 11 players from the NCAA FBS• 11 players from the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), Divisions II, III and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)• 1 honorary head coach

About Allstate's AFCA Good Works Team

The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was established in 1992 by the College Football Association, recognizing extra efforts made by college football players and student support staff off the field. AFCA became the governing body of the award in 1997 and continues to honor college football players who go the extra mile for those in need. Allstate began presenting the award starting with the 2008 season.

Former Cincinnati Bearcats center Gavin Gerhardt of the Minnesota Vikings was nominated for the AFCA Good Works Team last season.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Highly decorated Cincinnati Bearcats offensive lineman adds to list

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