Valentina Petrillo's participation in the Paralympic Games signifies a groundbreaking moment for transgender representation in sports, urging society to combat discrimination for trans individuals.
"For me, it's the realisation of history. We are here today, on 2 September 2024. Let's mark this down as a historic day," Petrillo declared.
"Now I've made it, so we can all make it if I've made it, I've done my little bit," she emphasized, highlighting the importance of visibility for transgender athletes.
Petrillo's journey raises critical questions about inclusion in parasport, as World Para Athletics' policies differ significantly from those of World Athletics regarding transgender competitors.
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