Gaines gained more visibility and reiterated her stance that women’s sports should exclude biological males for fairness and safety.
This public spat highlights a broader, ongoing debate about transgender inclusion in women’s sports. Gaines, known for her activism since tying with trans swimmer Lia Thomas in 2022, continues to campaign for preserving single-sex competition. Biles, meanwhile, has increasingly advocated for mental health, inclusion, and equity in sports.
As both athletes stand firm, the controversy underscores the cultural divide over gender, fairness, and identity in athletics—and the growing role athletes play in shaping public discourse.
