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Taiwan's Lin Yu-Ting Wins Historic Olympic Gold in Women's 57kg Boxing at Paris 2024

Aug 11, 2024, 01:28 AM

Taiwan's Lin Yu-Ting has made history by winning the first-ever Olympic gold medal for Team Taiwan in boxing. She triumphed in the women's 57kg final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Lin's victory comes amid a backdrop of challenges, including overcoming misinformation, cyberbullying, and a gender row. Her achievement follows that of Imane Khelif, concluding an Olympics that has been marked by scrutiny. Lin's performance has been praised for her grace and resilience, making her a source of pride for Taiwan.