Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif Clinches First Olympic Medal with 5-0 Decision Amid Gender Controversy

Aug 3, 2024, 04:08 PM

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has clinched a medal at the Paris Olympics after defeating Hungarian Anna Luca Hamori in a women's welterweight quarterfinal bout. Khelif, who has biological male XY chromosomes and has been at the center of a gender eligibility controversy, secured her victory by a unanimous 5-0 decision. This win guarantees her at least a bronze medal and advances her to the semifinals, where she will face Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand. Khelif's participation has sparked significant debate about identity in sports due to her previous disqualification from the World Championships for failing gender eligibility tests. Despite facing online abuse and scrutiny, Khelif's performance has been dominant, marking Algeria's first Olympic medal in women's boxing.