Reaction of Legendary Female Athlete to Lia Thomas Award Information

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The transgender swimmer is now one of several finalists for the NCAA Woman

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Martina Navratilova, a great player in women's tennis, is not pleased with such information.

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Following the Thomas prize revelation, Navratilova made a statement on social media.

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The famous women's tennis player also replied to some criticism.

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"Therefore, I should rejoice that biological women are marginalised in athletics.

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Thomas' time in college is done, but she will continue to work for Olympic qualification.

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Lia Thomas, a former Penn swimmer, dominated the pool this past season on route

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