The 2025 World’s Strongest Woman competition in Arlington, Texas, concluded in unprecedented controversy turns out the winner a transgender. Jammie Booker, initially declared the winner, faced immediate backlash after fans and community members alleged that she is a transgender athlete assigned male at birth and had previously performed in adult films under the name “Jammie Jay.” The claims quickly circulated online, prompting questions about eligibility and fairness in the women’s division.

Booker had risen rapidly in the Pro Strongwoman ranks in 2025, with this event marking her third major international performance. The athlete narrowly defeated runner-up Andrea Thompson, winning by just one point. The final Stone Series — featuring stones weighing 225 lb, 250 lb, and 275 lb — determined the outcome.

After the initial announcement, many fans and athletes shared videos and images linking Booker to her previous adult-film work. The controversy escalated as viewers questioned the integrity of the competition and whether the rules regarding biological sex had been enforced properly.

Organizers reviewed the evidence and ultimately determined that Booker did not meet the competition’s requirements for female participants. Consequently, she was disqualified, and Andrea Thompson was awarded the 2025 World’s Strongest Woman title. The decision sparked heated debate about inclusion, fairness, and policy enforcement in competitive strength sports.

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Voices From the Community

Laurence ‘Big Loz’ Shahlaei, coach to Andrea Thompson, commented:

“This win hasn’t come without controversy, but I want to make it very clear that while I support and applaud people for being who they want to be, sport is sport and the women’s classes exist for a reason.”

 

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Mitchell Hooper, present at the event, reflected on Booker’s performance:

“I would put her, I would estimate, at about 6‑foot‑5 and 400 pounds… She made me look very small… I was under the impression that it was farm strength… There was a little bit of s**t-talking from her, I heard over the weekend, towards some of the other competitors… It does raise a really big concern, because there is an obvious physical advantage, which is impossible not to see when you look at the two standing beside each other.”

Andrea Thompson, the newly crowned champion, shared her thoughts after the disqualification:

“What should be a momentous occasion has sadly been overshadowed by scandal and dishonesty from someone who was welcomed into our crazy sport.”

“I am grateful to the team for reaching out to me, investigating and rectifying the situation so quickly. Honoring the title to me, which is something we just don’t see in any other sport that has faced a similar position. This means that we, as a community ARE taking a stand. Protecting women’s sport as we have fought so hard for.”

Other competitors also expressed frustration:

“I walked off the podium during the awards. It didn’t feel right. We work for every lift, every stone, and suddenly the numbers don’t reflect the effort.”

Fans also voiced concerns about the perceived advantage:

“This is not about discrimination; it’s about fairness. Women train hard for this, and the rules are clear.”

2025 World’s Strongest Woman — Results Before & After DQ 🏅

What’s Next: Community and Sport at a Crossroads

The disqualification has sparked debate about eligibility, fairness, and transparency in strength sports. Many athletes and fans are calling for stricter pre-competition verification to protect the integrity of women’s divisions. Organizers emphasize their responsibility to maintain fairness based on biological sex at birth while balancing inclusivity. The controversy has also raised broader discussions about policy and rules in competitive strength sports, with some praising the decision as a “stand for fairness” and others cautioning against stigmatization.

Watch Mitchell Hooper Talks about the Major controversy with Transgender Strongwoman Below:

Overview

The 2025 World’s Strongest Woman competition became one of the most controversial events in recent strongwoman history. Jammie Booker’s initial victory and subsequent disqualification highlighted the challenges of enforcing eligibility rules while maintaining inclusivity. Andrea Thompson’s elevation to champion reflects the sport’s commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition. The incident has prompted urgent discussions about policy, verification, and the future of women’s strength sports. 🏅

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