Six-time champion Michael van Gerwen and world number two Michael Smith were both eliminated in the first round of the World Grand Prix in Leicester. Van Gerwen was defeated 2-0 by Daryl Gurney, failing to win a single leg in a televised ranking match for the first time in 13 years. Smith was also knocked out, but the opponent’s name is not provided in the text.
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US Olympic policy change bans transgender women in women's events
American transgender women will be barred from competing in women's events at the Olympics and Paralympics starting July 21, 2025, due to a policy change by the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) influenced by Trump's executive order. The USOPC emphasized a commitment to fair competition for women, requiring national governing bodies to align their policies accordingly. Want More Context? 🔎
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