Trans cyclist Emily Bridges ‘dreams’ of riding for Wales despite participation ban
Cyclist Emily Bridges spoken about her dream to represent Wales at the Commonwealth Games, in spite of bans on trans participation.
The record breaker has made a documentary with ITV Cymru about her experience as a trans woman elite cyclist, titled “Race to Be Me”. “I love Wales and it’s a dream to be in that Welsh jersey in the Commonwealth Games,” she said.
This is despite a ban by British Cycling on trans participation in the sport, pending review. The organisation intends to publish the review update in 2023: “We want to ensure that the review and development of the policy is robust, and we understand that this period has caused frustrations.” Previously, a British Cycling policy had allowed trans women to compete if their testosterone levels are below five nanomoles per litre for at least 12 months.
The Union Cycliste Internationale, the international sports cycling governing body, prevented Emily from competing in the British National Omnium Championships earlier this year because of a technicality.
