In a strongly worded statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Musk called for an immediate proposal to ban all tournaments that allow biological males to compete in women’s categories , saying it is “unfair, unsafe, and blatantly anti-science.”
“This isn’t about hate. This is about preserving fairness in women’s sports,” Musk wrote. “Let women compete against women. Period.”
The tweet, which has already racked up more than 100 million views in less than 12 hours, triggered a digital earthquake, with supporters hailing Musk as a champion of female athletes, while critics blasted the move as transphobic and discriminatory.
Sources close to Musk say he is considering funding legal action and lobbying efforts to enforce biologically based gender policies at global sporting events, including tennis, golf, MMA, and even Olympic qualifiers.
The timing of Musk’s statement is no accident. Last week, a women’s golf tournament in California saw a wave of reaction when a transgender woman took home first place, sparking fierce debates on media platforms.
Athletes and fans are now divided. Tennis star Martina Navratilova expressed her support for Musk’s stance, reposting his tweet with the comment, “Finally, someone with power speaks out. Justice matters.” Meanwhile, LGBTQ+ advocacy groups condemned the move, calling it “a direct attack on inclusion and human rights.”
This isn’t the first time Musk has waded into controversial waters. From challenging COVID policies to warning against the risks of AI, the SpaceX CEO has never been one to shy away from speaking his mind. But now, critics argue he’s venturing too far out of his depth.
Still, many are asking: Could Musk’s involvement be the turning point that forces sports federations to reevaluate their policies?
Whether you’re applauding or outraged, one thing is clear: Elon Musk just made gender in sports the hottest—and most divisive—headline of 2025.
