Despite the grave impact these abuses have on the well-being of athletes, the safeguards intended to protect them are frequently underfunded

The pressure of appearance and femininity in combat sports is a significant and ongoing challenge for female athletes.

Persistent stereotypes and double standards that female athletes, particularly those of color and from global south, face in combat sports.

In sports, women athletes often find themselves under a magnifying glass, not just for their athletic ability but for their appearance.