3 Aug 2021

Tokyo Olympics: Laurel Hubbard makes history

From Morning Report, 7:13 am on 3 August 2021

Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard made history at the Tokyo Olympics last night.

Her Olympic campaign was over quickly when she failed her three attempts in the snatch at the Tokyo Games.

Hubbard made a heart gesture to the audience with her hands before leaving the competition arena.

Transgender academic and former athlete Joanna Harper spoke to Susie Ferguson.