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Algeria's Imane Khelif Wins 66kg Women's Boxing Gold Amid Controversy at Paris Olympics

Aug 9, 2024, 09:19 PM

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won the gold medal in the women's 66kg boxing category at the Paris Olympics, becoming Algeria's first Olympic gold medalist in boxing. Khelif defeated China's Yang Liu, who took home the silver medal. The match took place at Roland-Garros. This victory has sparked controversy and debate over Khelif's gender identity, with some alleging that Khelif is a biological male. Despite these claims, Khelif is recognized as a biological female and has lived as such since birth. The win marks Algeria's first Olympic gold in 12 years and their seventh overall.