Transgender Runner's Victory Met with Silence at Washington State Championship

Veronica Garcia, the first transgender athlete to win a state title in Washington, faced a muted response from competitors and spectators.

Garcia won the 2A girls 400-meter race with a time of 55.75 seconds, beating the runner-up by one second.
The crowd's reaction included boos, and fellow competitors did not congratulate Garcia.
Garcia expressed disappointment over the lack of sportsmanship, having cheered for other runners.
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association allows athletes to compete based on gender identity.
Multiple complaints were received by the WIAA following Garcia's victory.