Country music artist Conner Smith returned to the stage for the first time since a tragic car accident in June that left an elderly woman dead.His performance marked a deeply emotional and faith-filled night at the Grand Ole Opry. Smiths reps exclusively shared a video with Fox News Digital that showed the singer addressing the crowd, and opening up about the aftermath of the accident."Ive found in the darkest of moments, the Lord is so much closer than ever before. He was better than I could ever imagine every step of the way," Smith said."He was kinder than I could ever imagine. He was more of a defender than I could ever imagine in my heart."RISING COUNTRY STAR CANCELS MULTIPLE SHOWS AS HE FACES MISDEMEANOR CHARGE IN DEADLY NASHVILLE CRASHThe 24-year-old singer-songwriter, known for hits like "Take It Slow" and "Creek Will Rise," had canceled multiple performances over the past two months as he grieved and stepped back from the spotlight.Now, in what he calls a "second chance," Smith returned to the stage.Before he stepped onstage, Smith addressed fans directly with a heartfelt post on his blog post titled "The First Step."He candidly opened up about the emotional aftermath of the fatal crash and the private journey hes been on since then.WATCH: COUNTRY SINGER CONNER SMITH CONFESSES TO DARK MOMENTS FOLLOWING FATAL CROSSWALK CRASH"The moment tragedy came, I knew that my heart had no way to process it," Smith wrote on Substack. "Surrounded by an incredible community, my wife, family, friends, pastors, for the first 30 days, I stayed isolated from the world. I spent most of my time with friends who had stopped by the house, or just me and Jesus. I turned off my phone, and the world, and simply guarded my mind, processing the pain with the people around me."During his performance at the Grand Ole Opry, Smith was introduced by fellow Christian artist Steven Curtis Chapman and performed a set filled with emotion and worship, debuting a personal new song titled "Songs of David," which he described as a "version of a prayer" he'd been writing over the past two months.LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSSmiths heartfelt performance comes after he made the decision to cancel multiple shows in the wake of the accident. He explained at the time that he needed time to grieve and focus on his emotional well-being.While he pointed out that performing has often served as a source of healing for him, he acknowledged that this moment required him to take a step back."Out of respect for everyone involved and to give space for grieving, I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTERIn June, Smith was behind the wheel during the deadly Nashville crash that left a 77-year-old woman dead. Earlier this month, Smith was issued a misdemeanor citation for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality.The rising country star took to social media to break his silence as he grieved and mourned the loss of Dorothy Dobbins."Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life," Smith penned in an Instagram post on July 11. "Not a day has gone by that I havent grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family."

For far too long, career politicians in Washington and radical activists across our country have put the rights of violent, illegal immigrants over the safety of law-abiding Americans. That ends here. That ends now.As South Carolina's next governor, I will do everything in my power to protect our families and businesses. That's why I'm proposing Palmetto Penitentiary (i.e., Palmetto Pen) a highly secure, isolated prison facility to detain violent, illegal immigrants who break our laws, threaten our communities, and disrespect our borders.Consider this South Carolina's version of Alligator Alcatraz. It will send a clear message that our state is NOT and never will be a sanctuary for illegal immigrants.FLORIDA OFFICIALS REVEAL CRIMINAL BACKGROUNDS OF MIGRANTS HELD AT 'ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ'South Carolina is a state of law and order. We stand by our law enforcement and protect our families, which is exactly why over the last six years, I've worked closely with Gov. Henry McMaster to ban sanctuary cities.When President Joe Biden opened the floodgates at the border, and every state became a border state, Gov. McMaster and I didn't hesitate to take action while the Biden administration sat on their hands. We fought back. We empowered law enforcement, and we upheld the law. We ensured that not one square inch of South Carolina was a haven for illegal immigrants.And now, with President Donald Trump back in the White House, we have a president who is putting America first again. He's securing the border, building the wall, and enforcing the law. And as governor, I will work hand-in-hand with President Trump, ICE, and our local and state law enforcement to lock up and deport every illegal alien in our state.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONPalmetto Pen will be built right here in South Carolina, far away from neighborhoods, churches, and schools. It will be fortified, secure, and reserved only for violent illegal immigrants.South Carolina has some promising sites for Palmetto Pen, like former correctional facilities that are no longer in use. The goal is simple: keep violent illegal immigrants far away from our families, and do it without making South Carolina taxpayers take the bill. Thats why well be working closely with President Trump, following his example, to get this done.Palmetto Pen will give law enforcement the tools they need to detain and hold these violent criminals safely. It will ease the burden on our local and state jails. It will act as a powerful deterrent. And most importantly, it will save lives.The bottom line is this: the days of catch-and-release are over. No more hand-wringing from career politicians in Columbia or Washington.Were following Trumps lead. Were using common sense because this is what South Carolinians deserve.

FIRST ON FOX: A transgender illegal alien is being charged with child rape in the sanctuary city of New York, according to the Department of Homeland Security.DHS told Fox News Digital that the illegal alien, Nicol Alexandra Contreras-Suarez, a Colombian biological man who identifies as a woman, is being charged with rape of a minor and stalking.According to the agency, Contreras-Suarez was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for illegally entering the country in San Ysidro, California, in March 2023. Contreras-Suarez was released into the country under the Biden administrations "catch and release" policy and then went on to commit several serious crimes in American communities.Contreras-Suarez had been arrested by the Medford Police Department in Massachusetts for armed robbery, prostitution and assault with a dangerous weapon. However, "due to local sanctuary policies," DHS said, Contreras-Suarez was once again released.TRUMP ADMIN UNLEASHES CRUCIAL RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN WITH MASSIVE BONUSES TO BOLSTER ICE RANKSContreras-Suarez is now facing criminal charges in New York for first-degree rape of a child less than age 17 and stalking. Contreras-Suarez has a preliminary criminal hearing in New York City this week and is set to have his case heard by the New York Supreme Court Sept. 10.The agency saidContreras-Suarezs "horrific and preventable crime illustrates the consequences of the Biden administration's catch and release and sanctuary policies."Commenting on the arrest, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin lamented that "this creep shouldve never been released into our country."FORMER ICE CHIEF TORCHES 'UNCONSCIONABLE' BIDEN-ERA POLICIES AS TRUMP'S DHS FINDS MIGRANT CHILDREN"Thanks to the failed sanctuary policies and Bidens open-border agenda, this serial criminal was freed to prey on innocent American children but that ends now," she said.ICE lodged an immigration detainer against Contreras-Suarez in February. He is currently in custody at Rikers Island Prison in New York until his next court hearing.This comes as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is facing intense criticism for its crackdown on illegal immigration and as officers are dealing with an 830% increase in assaults.While the agency has said it will not back down from arresting any immigrants who are in the country illegally, the new DHS statement says that the vast majority of those arrested thus far have criminal charges or convictions. Despite claims by some Democrats that ICE is targeting innocent immigrant communities, 70% of the agencys arrests have been of illegal aliens convicted or charged with crimes.DHS called Contreras-Suarez one of the "worst of the worst" criminal illegals it has arrested in its nationwide sweep thus far."ICE will not allow predators like Contreras-Suarez to terrorize American citizens," said McLaughlin.

Dean Cains short-lived fling with "Baywatch" bombshell Pamela Anderson didnt last for one simple reason.During a candid interview, Cain, 59, explained that their six-month romance started out "hot," but ultimately fizzled out."That candle burned hot and short," he told Variety.PAMELA ANDERSON, LIAM NEESON CAUGHT 'MAKING OUT' ON LIVE TVCain explained that he had ties to Anderson, 58, when she was becoming a global sex symbol on the heels of her iconic "Baywatch" role.He explained the reason for their break-up was that they were both looking for something different in their relationship."She wanted to be with the rock-star kind of guy, and thats not me," the former "Lois & Clark" star admitted.Its no secret that Anderson was living life in the fast lane back in the '90s, as she dated famous musicians and other high-profile stars as she rose to fame.LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSThe former Playboy model has been married five times, with her first husband being Tommy Lee. She had a short marriage to Kid Rock, then married Rick Salomon, divorced him, and married him again before they split for good. Her most recent marriage, to her bodyguard, Dan Hayhurst, ended in 2021.LIAM NEESON AND PAMELA ANDERSON DEVELOP HOT CHEMISTRY AFTER HE SWORE OFF DATINGAlthough Cain has never been married, hes dated several Hollywood actresses, including Brooke Shields.Despite the short-lived romance with Anderson, Cain said he only had "fond memories" of their time together.Cains comments come after Anderson was caught "making out" with her "Naked Gun" co-star Liam Neeson earlier this week.On Tuesday morning, Anderson and Neeson were caught getting very cozy with one another during their appearance on the "Today" show at one point, they were shown with their arms around each other in what appeared to be a passionate embrace.Neeson, 73, gave Anderson a steamy kiss before the pair turned to the camera, looking surprised.The hosts are heard in the background saying, "Theyre making out on the Today show!""I had never met Pamela before," Neeson explained during their interview. "We met on set. And we discovered we had a lovely, budding chemistry as two actors."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTERNeeson continued, hinting that whatever's happening between them isn't being forced. "Its like, Oh, this is nice. Lets not mold this. Lets just let it breathe. And thats what we did."A source close to the film told People that the sparks arent just for the cameras."Its a budding romance in the early stages. Its sincere and its clear theyre smitten with each other," the insider claimed. Neeson and Anderson are reportedly "enjoying each others company."

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., took a tumble on the Senate floor Wednesday during a vote.Footage showed Warren attempting to sit on a desk when she fell backwards, tipping over the desk and falling to the floor.In a rare showing of bipartisanship, her Republican colleagues, including Sens. Ted Cruz of Texas and Susan Collins of Maine, rushed to help her up.BERNIE SANDERS TO FORCE SENATE VOTE ON BLOCKING ARMS SALES TO ISRAELWarren got up as Cruz gave her his hand.Republican Sens. Rand Paul of Kentucky and John Barrasso of Wyoming were seen walking over to offer assistance.The fall happened as the Senate was taking a vote on two resolutions to block military sales to Israel, which Warren voted in favor of.Fox News Digital has reached out to Warren's office.SENATE FAILS TO REJECT TRUMP'S NATIONAL EMERGENCY ON TARIFFS, AS REPUBLICANS SPLINTERThe resolutions were proposed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., a harsh critic of Israel's ongoing war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.Every Republican voted against it.Former President Joe Biden had several slips and falls while in the White House. In 2023, he tumbled to the ground during the commencement ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPIn 2024, he slipped while walking down the stairs after exiting Air Force One in Michigan.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a memorandum Thursday designating Aug. 1 "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida."DeSantis called for flags at the state Capitol and in Pinellas County to be flown at half-staff Friday.This directive by DeSantis comes one week after Hogan died at his home in Clearwater.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Hogan was born in Augusta, Georgia, but moved to Tampa at a young age. He began his wrestling career in 1977 and rose to fame after joining World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)," DeSantis wrote."Hogan was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame twice, first in 2005 and again in 2020 as a member of the New World Order. His larger-than-life personality will be missed, as the Hulkster was an icon for many who grew up in the 80s and 90s as well as today. He was a true Floridian through and through."HULK HOGAN DIED OF HEART ATTACK WHILE FACING OTHER HEALTH ISSUES: OFFICIALSOfficials determined that Hogans death was caused by a heart attack. He had a history of atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that causes irregular and rapid heart rate,Page Sixreported Thursday, citing the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center.Medical records also showed he had chronic lymphocytic leukemia, a cancer that affects white blood cells, the outlet reported.Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, went into cardiac arrest July 24. He died at the age of 71.Sky Daily Hogan shared in an emotional social media post that her husband had been "dealing with some health issues, but I truly believed we would overcome them.""I had so much faith in his strength. I thought we still had more time," Daily Hogan wrote.Fox News Ryan Morik contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

A longtime ally of former President Joe Biden told House Oversight Committee investigators that he could have been paid a total of $8 million if the former president won his 2024 re-election bid, a source familiar with the conversation told Fox News Digital.Michael Donilon served as senior advisor to the president for the entirety of Biden's four-year term. Their relationship goes back decades, however; Donilon first worked for Biden in 1981 when he was a U.S. senator from Delaware.He is the latest ex-Biden administration official to sit down with the committee behind closed doors as it investigates whether the former president's inner circle covered up evidence of his alleged mental decline, and if executive actions were signed via autopen without Biden's full awareness.Donilon said he did not know what the autopen was used for and did not recall having any knowledge of the autopen, the source told Fox News Digital.COMER DISMISSES BIDEN DOCTOR'S BID FOR PAUSE IN COVER-UP PROBE: 'THROWING OUT EVERY EXCUSE'But Donilon, who was the top strategist for both Biden's 2020 and 2024 campaigns, would have apparently earned some $8 million total if Biden won.Donilon told investigators that he was paid $4 million to work on Biden's 2024 campaign, the source said, information that was reported by Axios reporter Alex Thompson and CNN host Jake Tapper in their book "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again."The $4 million he would have gained in addition would have come if Biden won.Biden infamously dropped out of the 2024 race after his disastrous debate against now-President Donald Trump in June of that year, following weeks of mounting pressure by fellow Democrats both in public and in private.Donilon told investigators he "believes the punditry and Democrats in Congress overreacted after Joe Bidens disastrous debate," the source said. Donilon also argued Biden's communications skills "got stronger" during his time as president, the source said."During his interview, Mr. Donilon admitted that Joe Bidens presence wasnt as commanding and he could stumble over more words. Mr. Donilon stated he was frustrated and knew it was difficult to get past the visuals of President Biden that people were seeing," the source said.In his opening statement, obtained by Fox News Digital, Donilon emphasized his 40-year relationship with Biden and touted the Democratic administration's accomplishments through the COVID-19 pandemic, the rebound in job growth in its wake, as well as the Inflation Reduction Act and other legislative wins.RON KLAIN DODGES REPORTERS AFTER MARATHON GRILLING IN BIDEN COVER-UP PROBE"I was with President Joe Biden from his first day in office to the last day. What I saw, day in and day out, was a leader who was deeply engaged and in command on critical issues, both at home and abroad. Every President ages over the four years of a presidency and President Biden did as well, but he also continued to grow stronger and wiser as a leader as a result of being tested by some of the most difficult challenges any President has ever faced," Donilon said his statement."I thought that experience was enormously valuable for the nation. I believed that President Biden was the best person to lead the country on the day he took the oath of office and I continued to believe that was true every day he served as President."Donilon is the eighth ex-Biden White House official to appear for the probe, being led by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky.Fox News Digital reached out to Donilon's lawyer and a representative for Biden for comment.

President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order reestablishing the Presidential Fitness Test and the Presidents Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition for American schoolchildren.The origins of the Presidential Fitness Test date back to the 1950s under President Dwight D. Eisenhowers administration. Eisenhower established the Presidents Council on Youth Fitness in 1956 as Americans feared their physical strength was subpar compared to that of Europeans.President John F. Kennedy built upon that idea in 1960 when he published a column in Sports Illustrated before he took office. The title of the piece was called "The Soft American." In the piece, Kennedy lamented that there were an "an increasingly large number of young Americans who are neglecting their bodieswhose physical fitness is not what it should bewho are getting soft. And such softness on the part of individual citizens can help to strip and destroy the vitality of a nation."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"For the physical vigor of our citizens is one of America's most precious resources. If we waste and neglect this resource, if we allow it to dwindle and grow soft then we will destroy much of our ability to meet the great and vital challenges which confront our people. We will be unable to realize our full potential as a nation," he added.In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnsons administration formalized the Physical Fitness Award Program. Children were put to the test and had to perform situps, pullups or pushups and a sit-and-reach test. The program acknowledge those who were in the 85th percentile or better.A 1-mile run and shuttle run were also added over the years as presidents after Johnson would tinker with the testing.Over the years, the Presidential Fitness Test faced criticism for a one-size fits all approach and failing to account for individual strength and physical makeup.The Presidential Fitness Test lasted through the 2012-13 school year when President Barack Obama retired it in favor of the Presidential Youth Fitness Program. The Presidential Fitness Test was replaced by the FitnessGram, which took a holistic approach to student wellness.The program moved away from "recognizing athletic performance to providing a barometer on students health," according to a profile on the Health.gov website."The Presidential Youth Fitness Program places emphasis on the value of living a physically active and healthy lifestyle in school and beyond. The program minimizes comparisons between children and instead supports students as they pursue personal fitness goals for lifelong health. By adopting the program, schools gain access to a robust selection of resources to promote lifelong physical activity web-based access to test protocol, standards for testing, calculators for aerobic capacity and body composition, promotion of PALA+, online training, school recognition programs, and more."On Thursday, Trump ordered the Presidents Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition to execute on ways to alleviate the obesity crisis among children in the U.S. LIV Golf star Bryson DeChambeau was tapped to lead the council.TRUMP FEARS LOOM OVER COMMANDERS EXECS OVER REDSKINS NICKNAME PRESSURE AS STADIUM VOTE NEARS: REPORTThe executive order said the council should recommend the following:The executive order will direct the council to create "school-based programs that reward excellence in physical education and develop criteria for a Presidential Fitness Award.""Its a wonderful tradition and were bringing it back," Trump said.DeChambeau is the chair of the council. Trump mentioned San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley and Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will also be on the council."We have an opportunity at being the 70th anniversary of the Presidents Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, to literally change the fabric of kids lives," DeChambeau said. "Our first initiative is to bring back and reignite the presidents fitness test and also reestablish some key guidelines on building communities."Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Three female U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS) athletes have spoken out against the organization for asking for help with public relations amid a scandal involving a biological male trans competitor swimming against females.USMS, a competitive swimming membership organization with over 60,000 adult swimmers, sent an email to its athletes Tuesday seeking help defending its public image after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched a lawsuit against the organization.Paxton's lawsuit stems from an incident in San Antonio at the end of April, when a trans athlete won five women's events.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"We need your help setting the record straight as part of our newly launched #SwimsuitsNotLawsuits campaign," the email to members said.The email went on to ask that members "share correct information when you see or hear inaccurate statements. Please help us by providing facts in response, whether its on social media, at the pool, or in your local community. Let others know whats great about our organization."The email also referred to "rumors" about the situation."This situation began with rumors about one members performance at our Spring Nationals in April in San Antonio. An external organization fueled online speculation about this swimmers eligibility, which led to protests from fellow members and an investigation by the Attorney General in Texas," the email added.USMS revised its gender eligibility policy in June to restrict the competitive recognition biological males can attain in women's events, but it still allows them to compete with females.Veteran women's swimmer Wendy Enderle, who competed against the trans athlete in April and previously told Fox News Digital she was never made aware of the athlete's biological sex, told Fox News Digital she sees the email as "an insult."RILEY GAINES WANTS TO SEND A THANK-YOU NOTE' TO LIA THOMAS HERE'S WHY"I think the email from USMS is insulting to the women who unknowingly competed against men and to all the members of USMS who support fairness in women's sports, and it p---es me off," Enderle said."It also makes me feel like my concerns have been dismissed and that U.S.Masters Swimming is trying to sweep this under the rug with a PR campaign, especially given the fact that they have yet to respond to the eligibility review requests submitted three months ago."It makes me feel hurt and sad because I train very hard to be one of the top swimmers in the world in my age group, and, like, my hard work and accomplishments in the pool don't matter to them. I am very disappointed in USMS for sending out this tone-deaf email toits members."Enderle previously said she requested an eligibility review for the trans athlete but has never received a response.Women's swimmer Angie Griffin called out USMS for its policies that still allow males to compete in women's events and for not responding to the request for eligibility review."USMS is asking members to publicly support the organization through a PR campaign, while continuing to ignore the women who were directly affected," Griffin said."Placing the feelings of one athlete above the rights of many to fair competition was a mistake, and it still hasnt been acknowledged. Were not asking for much, just a response. Those of us who took the time to file formal protests deserve to be taken seriously. A simple answer would go a long way toward rebuilding trust."I appreciate that USMS has since revised its eligibility policy. Thats a step in the right direction. But real accountability means recognizing past harm not rewriting history or shifting blame. Until that happens, asking us to be the public voice defending the organization feels premature and unfair."Fellow women's swimmer Cissy Cochran told Fox News Digital she is refusing to compete in any USMS events after receiving the email."USMS has now sent out an email asking all the members to participate in a PR campaign to help clear up any misconceptions," Cochran said. "They again place the Interim transgender policy at the forefront, making it look like they have cleaned up their act when, in fact, we have received no word on the eligibility request we have submitted the first week of May 2025. Maybe a first step should have been acknowledging the wrong that took place in April."USMS refusing to acknowledge or even respond to our formal complaints speaks volumes about the leadership. I refuse to participate in any USMS events and welcome all the help from the Texas and Florida attorney general in our fight to save womens sports."A USMS spokesperson told Fox News Digital the review process for the athlete is "ongoing.""USMS's eligibility review process for one swimmer is still ongoing. We are navigating our process in a fair and deliberate manner and expect to have a decision soon. The members who submitted protests will be the first to know when that process is complete," the USMS spokesperson said.The spokesperson also addressed the complaints made by the female swimmers."The messaging we sent to our members had nothing to do with the eligibility review process. We launched our Swimsuits Not Lawsuits campaign to correct misleading public statements about USMS and clarify what we do. Our mission is to empower adults to improve their lives through swimming," the spokesperson said."We believe asking for our members' help correcting misperceptions is an appropriate way to limit resources spent on legal action so it can be used for its intended purpose of serving our 60,000 members, and the response from our members thus far has been positive."The trans swimmer, 47-year-old Ana Caldas, dominated all five races the athlete competed in in April, taking gold in the women's age 45-49 category in five races, including the 50- and 100-yard breaststroke, freestyle and the 100-yard individual medley.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

The World Darts Federation ruled earlier this week that female competitions will not allow biological males who are transgender women.One trans dart thrower spoke out against the decision in a lengthy Instagram post, calling it a "loss for the trans community in sports.""This past Monday, the WDF (World Darts Federation) released a new policy regarding gender eligibility. I want to take a moment to respond. This decision does affect me personally though, thankfully, not too severely at this point in time. But still, it hurts," Noa-Lynn van Leuven wrote.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Once again, its a loss for the trans community in sports. And that breaks my heart. As a trans person in the darts world, I know how vital inclusion is not just on paper, but in practice."Van Leuven added that "fairness" is coming at the expense of "exclusion.""Its disheartening to see yet another policy framed around fairness that ultimately results in exclusion, without truly considering the people behind the labels. My heart goes out to all the athletes impacted by this. We remain visible. We keep going," van Leuven wrote.SHANNON SHARPE DISCUSSES ESPN DEPARTURE, REVEALS WHY HE WANTED TO WAIT FOR NEWS TO BREAK ON SPECIFIC DAYVan Leuven twice reached the WDF Dutch Open semifinals in 2023 and 2024 but has since moved to the Professional Darts Championship circuit. Van Leuven has won six women's PDC titles.Two of van Leuven's former Dutch teammates resigned upon van Leuven joining the PDC. Last year, British female darts player Deta Hedman refused to play van Leuven in a WDF event.Van Leuven has also participated in open events, featuring both biological men and women.PDC exec Matt Porter said in November he believed the organization's policy on trans throwers is "fair" and had no plans of changing the rules despite the U.K. Supreme Court's decision on defining the terms "man," "woman" and "sex."Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X,and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.