Women's golf tour to poll players on gender policies, asks trans golfer to take testosterone tests amid uproar
The Brewer Group CEO Jack Brewer weighs in on transgender golfer Hailey Davidson's comments on a tournament win after receiving backlash and lucrative DEI roles at public universities.
A women’s golf tour responded to backlash Monday after transgender competitor Hailey Davidson won a tournament in Florida and increased her chances of earning a spot on the LPGA Tour.
NXXT Golf CEO Stuart McKinnon, who leads the tour where Davidson has found success, defended the organization’s transgender inclusion policies, saying they were formed in alignment with the LPGA and the United States Golf Association.
McKinnon acknowledged the views on whether it is fair Davidson is competing against biological females and said the league will poll its players on its transgender inclusion policies and asked Davidson to "undergo additional testosterone testing to ensure compliance with the appropriate guidelines."
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Hailey Davidson won the NXXT Women's Classic. Following her win, NXXT Golf CEO Stuart McKinnon addressed the wave of backlash over the trans golfer's victory. (Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile via Getty Images)
"We understand that this topic evokes strong feelings and diverse viewpoints," McKinnon said. "We encourage constructive dialogue and respect for all athletes who strive to compete at the highest levels of their sport.
"We are committed to upholding the highest standards of the sport, supporting our players’ aspirations, and fostering a respectful and inclusive atmosphere that embraces innovative changes. We appreciate the passion and commitment of our golfing community and remain dedicated to providing a platform that upholds the integrity of women's professional golf.
"We want to