Lia Thomas Says Trans Women Ban in Competitive Swimming 'Stings'

Lia Thomas Unrepentant over Taking Titles from Women: 'It's Easier to Fight the World Than Fight Yourself'

Controversial UPenn transgender swimmer Lia Thomas is unrepentant that he took several college swimming records away from female competitors.

Lia Thomas says trans women ban in competitive swimming 'stings'

The controversy surrounding transgender athletes in competitive sports has found one of its most prominent voices in Lia Thomas, the former University of Pennsylvania swimmer whose participation in women’s collegiate swimming sparked fierce debate across the nation. Thomas, who made headlines in 2022 by becoming the first openly transgender athlete to win an NCAA Division I national championship, recently opened up about the emotional toll of be…