Lance Armstrong and his controversial opinion on trans athletes: "It's a very simple thing: you want to transition, transition. Have your own category"

The internationally renowned cyclist, Lance Armstrong, has caused a stir on the TV show 'Stars on Mars', where a group of celebrities live together in a camp simulating life on Mars. During a conversation with wrestler Ronda Rousey, Armstrong proposed the creation of a separate category for trans athletes, which generated an intense debate and various reactions from other participants.

In the midst of the 'Stars on Mars' camp, Lance Armstrong and Ronda Rousey addressed the issue of transgender athletes. Armstrong suggested the creation of a new division for them, arguing that if they want to transition, they should have their own category. His words generated immediate controversy and criticism from some of the other celebrity participants:

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"It's a very simple thing: you want to make the transition, make the transition. Have your own category. We're going to make a new division for you. What could be unfair about that?"

The opinion of Tinashe

Singer Tinashe was one of the first to express her disagreement with Armstrong's proposal. According to her, differentiating people based on their gender identity is not beneficial to their mental health. For Tinashe, excluding trans athletes from the same spaces and places as others would be harmful and counterproductive.

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The defense of Lance Armstrong

In response to the criticism received, Lance Armstrong defended himself by arguing that no one is being excluded, and that his proposal is based on a sporting perspective. Although he clarified that he is not a right-wing person and considers himself a liberal, he stated that from that point of view, it would be fair to create a separate category for trans athletes.

Ariel Winter's position

Actress Ariel Winter, known for her role in the hit series 'Modern Family', spoke out against Armstrong's words. Winter stated that the cyclist's proposal would lead to ostracizing people who do not fit into predefined categories. In his opinion, it is important not to exclude anyone and to accept diversity in all areas, including sport.

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The intervention of Porsha Williams

Porsha Williams, another of the program's participants, tried to put an end to the debate, suggesting that it was not the right place to discuss such a sensitive topic. She reminded Lance Armstrong that they were on a television show and not in the comfort of his home, and that some topics should be treated with greater care.

Conclusion

Lance Armstrong's proposal to create a separate category for trans athletes in the reality show 'Stars on Mars' has generated intense debate among the program's participants. While some consider that differentiating people based on their gender identity can be harmful and exclusionary, others argue from a sports perspective, seeking a balance between inclusion and fair competition. As the debate continues, the discussion on the participation of trans athletes in different sports disciplines will continue to be an important topic in today's society.

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The fact Lance Armstrong has an opinion on anybody in sports after doping for years…THE MALE AUDACITY!!!!

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