Jane Thornton
Dr. Jane Thornton is a prominent figure in the field of sports medicine and serves as the medical and scientific director of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). She has been instrumental in addressing complex issues surrounding the participation of transgender athletes in competitive sports. Recently, she presented research at a closed meeting, contributing to ongoing discussions about potential new rules regarding transgender participation in women’s events, highlighting the evolving landscape of sports inclusivity and fairness.
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IOC medical director Jane Thornton sees no reason to suspect the cases on the two teams are related.
Finland women’s hockey team falls to U.S. after norovirus delays its Olympic debut
Canada· 2026-02-07
Dr. Jane Thornton, the IOC’s medical and scientific director, presented findings on physical advantages in males.
Trans male skier to compete in 2026 Winter Olympics women's division
United States· 2026-02-06
Jane Thornton presented a study as the medical and scientific director of the IOC at a closed meeting last week.
МОК собирается запретить спортсменам-трансгендерам участвовать в женских соревнованиях
Belarus· 2025-11-11