"Of course, I'm not totally unaware of the controversy that surrounds my participation in these Games and, as such, I'd like to thank the IOC for really affirming its commitment to the principles of Olympism and establish that sport is for all people and is inclusive, accessible," she said. "And the International Weightlifting Federation have been extraordinary."

Hubbard was born male and competed as a man before transitioning to female in her 30s, taking up the sport again after meeting IOC guidelines on reduced testosterone for transgender athletes.

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