World Aquatics has imposed a five-year ban on transgender swimmer Hannah Caldas from all competitions after she refused to undergo a series of sex tests deemed necessary for participation in the American Masters series. The suspension will remain in effect until 2030.

In addition to the ban, Caldas’ refusal to comply means that all of her results from June 2022 to October 2024 will be nullified, including her performances at the 2024 Masters World Championship in Doha, Qatar, where she competed in the women’s category.

The decision follows a ruling earlier this year that had found the 47-year-old eligible to compete in the women’s category at the 2025 Masters Spring Nationals in April. Caldas had won five events in the 45–49 age group and was asked to undergo an eligibility review at ano

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