weightlifter

Tokyo Olympics: Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard’s former male classmates break silence

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Auckland’s exclusive Saint Kentigern Boys’ Presbyterian College has produced many star athletes over the years, but none quite as divisive as Laurel Hubbard. The 43-year-old competitive weightlifter was this week selected to represent New Zealand at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics – making her the first transgender athlete to compete at sport’s highest level.  Hubbard transitioned … Read more

Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard set to take part in Tokyo 2020 after qualifying rules change

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New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard is on track to become the first transgender athlete to compete at an Olympics after meeting modified qualifying requirements for the Tokyo Games. Hubbard, 43, was born male but transitioned to female in her 30s. She competed in men’s weightlifting competitions before transitioning in 2013. Rival weightlifters and coaches have previously … Read more