Players will need sex test to play on WTA Tour

In the latest edition of its women's eligibility policy, which will come into effect on Tuesday, players will be required to provide a cheek swab, blood or saliva sample to test for the presence of the SRY gene, which is part of the Y chromosome and causes male characteristics to develop."The policy change comes a year after World Athletics announced new regulations - brought into effect in September 2025 - requiring athletes wanting to compete in the female category for world ranking competitions to take a one-time gene test."Following the most recent review, which included consultation with WTA members and evolving standards across women's sport, the WTA board approved an updated WTA women's eligibility policy beginning in 2026 based on biological sex."