The number of out LGBTQ+ athletes has more than doubled since the 2016 Summer Olympics games, and we’re here to celebrate that change.
The Olympic Games have long stood as a cultural cornerstone for countries to showcase some of the greatest talent around the globe. As LGBTQ+ rights, recognition and advocacy continue to grow, we’re witnessing a cultural shift as more athletes are openly existing as themselves in and out of their teams.
To date, the number of LGBTQ+ athletes participating in the Tokyo Summer Olympics is greater than the number of sportspeople who took part in all previous Olympic events – making this year’s Games a monumental moment for both queer athletes and audiences.
Now, as the grand sporting ceremony edges closer, we’ve taken the time to put together a nifty guide of more than 100 LGBTQ+ athletes who will be starring in the 2020 Olympics. While all the athletes we have included are out, not all of them have opted to publicly label themselves, so we have only included information that feels relevant to each sportsperson’s achievements and LGBTQ+ identity.
As a whole, this list has been curated to highlight and platform the courageous sportspeople joining the Olympics. However, this list is not exclusive and there are likely LGBTQ+ athletes that have chosen not to publicly disclose their identity out of preference, safety, or personal choice. These athletes are equally respected and supported for their achievements.
To learn more about the historic number of LGBTQ+ athletes competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, get reading below!
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