Renée Richards, from critic to supporter of tennis trans ban

Renée Richards, the first openly transgender professional tennis player in the U.S., became a pioneer after successfully suing to compete in the 1977 U.S. Open following a legal battle over sex verification tests. Despite her groundbreaking role, she now believes most transgender women and girls should not participate in women's sports, a stance that reflects the current debate sparked by recent policies and court rulings. The Women's Tennis Association has introduced genetic sex testing, similar to measures Richards initially fought against, highlighting ongoing conflicts over transgender athlete participation.

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