In a groundbreaking moment for transgender athletes fighting for the right to compete, New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard has become the first transgender athlete in history to be named to an Olympic team.

The 43-year-old Auckland native was among five weightlifters selected for New Zealand’s Olympic team on Monday.

“I am grateful and humbled by the kindness and support that has been given to me by so many New Zealanders,” Hubbard said in a statement.

News of the milestone led to an outpouring of support among the transgender community, including triathlete and fellow transgender athlete Chris Mosier.

“Laurel Hubbard becoming the first transgender