Olympics 2024

Paris Olympics: Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif's Quick Win Sparks Controversy

The 25-year-old Khelif, who has been in the spotlight following her disqualification before a gold medal match at the 2023 World Championships for failing to meet International Boxing Association (IBA) eligibility rules, was cleared by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to compete in Paris. These rules restrict athletes with XY chromosomes from participating in women’s events.