Any modification to the regulations of eligibility must adhere to proper procedures and be supported by scientific evidence; moreover, these rules should not be altered while a competition is still underway.
In line with the Olympic Charter, the IOC Code of Ethics, and the IOC Strategic Framework on Human Rights,
the International Olympic Committee is devoted to safeguarding the human rights of all athletes competing in the Olympic Games. “The IOC is saddened by the abuse that the two athletes are currently receiving.”
