On 21 March 2005, the United States Golf Association announced it adopted a new 'gender policy' that allows transitioned athletes to compete in USGA golf championships, including the upcoming U.S. Women's Open.
Den 21 mars 2005, antog United States Golf Association en ny policy som tillät transsexuella idrottare att delta i USGA:s tävlingar inklusive den förestående US Womens Open.