South African runner challenges hyperandrogenism rules

The World

 Caster Semenya is one of the best runners in the world. This week, she’s challenging new IAAF rules that would require female athletes with a naturally high level of testosterone to take medication lowering those levels before competing. The World’s Carol Hills speaks with anthropologist and bioethicist Katrina Karkazis.

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