“I was in the [Big Brother] bathroom one night getting into drag, with my face and padding on, and I had these straight guys listening and asking me questions, eager to understand and learn. It was a real insight”
“Thanks for the warm welcome to Australia, Woolworths”
Earlier this year the head of the Australian Weightlifting Federation called for her to be banned from the women’s division.
Most of the countries competing criminalise homosexuality.
Modelled after a traditional Olympic hospitality house, the Pride House is a space welcoming LGBTI athletes, fans, and their friends.
Officials have thrown out calls to have her banned.
Laurel Hubbard is set to make history in the Commonwealth Games.
The games will also feature a special pride venue for the LGBTI community.
“I’m surprised about the furore but not surprised that those terms are there – we’ve got to move with the times”
The venue will be a safe space for athletes and fans during the games.
