the first trans athlete to participate in the Olympics after the New Zealand Olympic Committee announced her addition to the national team on Monday.In a statement announcing the five representatives for New Zealand in weightlifting, organizers said Hubbard, from Auckland, will participate in the women’s 87-kilogram category.
They also said that she has been confirmed eligible by multiple sporting bodies.“I am grateful and humbled by the kindness and support that has been given to me by so many New Zealanders,” said Hubbard, 43, in the statement.“When I broke my arm at the Commonwealth Games three years ago, I was advised that my sporting career had likely reached its end.