The athlete was identified as Adeline Johnson, of The Branson School, finished in fourth place in the varsity girls 1,600-meter finals on Saturday. The gesture was initially connected to Johnson possible disapproval of Ryan finishing in second, but the school told the New York Post that was not the case. Ryan finished with a 4:55.91 time result. One section outlines "Gender Identity Participation." "Athletes will participate in programs consistent with their gender identity or the gender most consistently expressed.

Source: Fox News May 23, 2023 17:39 UTC