Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and owner of X (previously Twitter), was again at the center of the controversy after a statement that generated an intense global debate: “Men do not occur in female sport.”His statement caused a wave of reactions on social networks, media and political circles, reliving a sensitive discussion about sports, equity and gender identity.
A statement that shakes the networks
The controversy came after a message posted by Musk on his social network X, where he criticized the participation of trans people in female skills. “This is not a hatred. This is justice for women who train their entire lives to compete in equal terms,” he wrote. He then added, “Biological men should not compete in women’s sports. It’s common sense.”
The publication quickly surpassed the interactions of millions, dividing users among those who applaud it by “saying what many think” and those who accuse him of transphobia.
Support and Condemnation: The world responds
Several public personalities reacted to the words of the tycoon. Caitlyn Jenner, transgender Olympic medalist, supported Musk stating that “protecting female sport is not discrimination, it is respect.” On the other hand, LGBTQ+ rights organizations while Glaad condemned their message, qualifying -as “harmful and dangerous to the trans community”.
Several elite athletes have also been spoken. The former -Riley Gaines, a usual criticism of the inclusion of trans women in women’s competitions, thanked Musk’s support: “Thank you, Elon, for having the courage to say what many athletes cannot say for fear of being canceled.”
However, Megan Rapinoe, football star and inclusion activist, responded ironically: “Perhaps Elon should focus on rockets and leave the sport for those who live it.”
A debate that continues to burn
High performance sport has been dealing with this controversy for years. The inclusion of trans women in female skills has led to changes in organizations such as Fine (swimming) or world athletics, which recently restricted their participation in certain tests. The question revolves around the balance between inclusion and competitive equity.
For Musk, the line is clear: to allow biologically born athletes to compete in women’s sports to represent an injustice to women. “This is not ideology, it’s biology,” he said in another publication.
Opportunism or conviction?
Some critics suggest that Elon Musk is using this type of message to reinforce his image as a defender of “freedom of expression” and attract conservative sectors, especially in a political context in which his social network has lost great advertisers and seeks to consolidate a faithful base of users.
Others, however, believe that their opinions reflect a real concern for the basic principles of sport. “Not everything is strategy. Sometimes he simply says what he thinks,” said an ex -Tesla employee who worked closely with him.
The impact on global conversation
The truth is that, once again, Elon Musk has achieved what he knows best to do: generate conversations. His ability to raise issues sensitive to the public agenda, without filter or political correction, makes it a figure as admired as the controversy.
While some ask for censorship or sanctions, others celebrate that the debate is opened. Sport, as a mirror of society, continues to face complex questions without easy answers.
Conclusion
The phrase “men do not occur in female sport” resonates as a powerful echo among a world divided between science, identity and rights. Elon Musk, with his direct and provocative style, re -attack love again and like it or not, he put a conversation on the table that many institutions prefer to avoid.
Whatever the posture, the truth is that the debate on the inclusion in sport as soon as it begins and with figures like Musk intervening, the discussion promises to be long, intense and media.
