President Sebastian Coe has reiterated his stance, claiming the move announced by the World Athletics Council shows his commitment to “doggedly protect the female category” in the sport.

“Preserving the integrity of competition in the female category is a fundamental principle of the sport of athletics,” World Athletics said in a press release. “The majority of stakeholders ...

World Athletics plans to introduce biological pre-clearance tests for track and field athletes before they can compete in the female category, the sport’s governing body announced Tuesday. These ...