World Darts Federation Threatens Women Who Refuse To Compete Against Trans-Identifying Males

World Darts Federation has threatened female competitors with disciplinary action if they refuse to compete against trans-identifying males. Ahead of this year’s World Championship, the WDF issued a statement that made it clear the federation will not tolerate any woman who forfeits their match because they have to play against a biological male, months after British female darts player Deta Hedman did just that. “The WDF wishes to clarify its position on player withdrawals,” the statement read. “Once the first dart has been thrown in a tournament, any player that subsequently withdraws from playing a match may be considered to be bringing the game into disrepute and could face disciplinary action,” it added. Hedman, 64, a three-time World Championship finalist, hit the headlines in May when she forfeited a match at the Denmark Open after refusing to take to the oche to face trans player Noa-Lynn van Leuven. She defended her decision by telling German outlet Bild: ‘I’m not playing against a man in a women’s event.’ In a lengthy statement posted on Facebook, Hedman previously explained her stance on trans players, writing: ‘I have no issues with Trans but they should play in an open section IMO