Trans Swimmer Targeted with Fake Anti-LGBTQ+ Quotes
Swimming Australia has denounced fake anti-LGBTQ+ quotes attributed to Mollie O’Callaghan about trans athlete Lia Thomas.
- Quotes claimed O’Callaghan opposed trans inclusion in sports and specifically targeted Thomas.
- Posts appeared on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter, including a quote stating:
"I will not participate in the 2028 Olympics if that man, Lia Thomas, is allowed to compete... Let him swim in the men’s category, he shouldn’t be here. Sharing a pool with Lia Thomas is an insult and a disgrace."
Swimming Australia called for the removal of these fake quotes from social media platforms.
Author's summary: Fake quotes target trans swimmer.