Trans Women Barred from Competing in Female Darts Tournaments

The Darts Regulation Authority has introduced a new policy stating that only individuals assigned female at birth can participate in women's darts competitions. This decision follows a comprehensive review of the organization's Trans and Gender Diverse Policy, which included expert input from a developmental biologist and consideration of recent UK court rulings. As a result, transgender females will no longer be eligible to compete in women's tournaments, including the PDC Women's Series, although they can still participate in open events. Noa-Lynn van Leuven, a prominent transgender darts player, has expressed strong criticism of the decision, labeling it as a significant setback for the trans community. The DRA has stated its commitment to inclusivity, encouraging all players to participate in open tournaments, and will continue to monitor and review its Eligibility Policy on an annual basis.