Jammie Booker initially won the Women’s Open at the 2025 Official Strongman Games in Arlington, Texas, by one point over Thompson.
Organisers disqualified Booker upon learning she was recorded male at birth and had not disclosed it, awarding the title to 43-year-old Thompson from England.
Officials stressed competitors must enter their birth-sex category for fairness, restoring places for other women and drawing praise from figures like Jennifer Sey.
Thompson voiced relief, urging focus back on honest competition amid strength sports’ eligibility questions.
