Imane Khelif Retains Olympic Gold Amid Gender Controversy
Khelif Wins Gold Amid Controversy
Imane Khelif won gold in the women’s 66kg boxing final at Paris 2024, beating China’s Yang Liu. Her participation sparked debate after a past gender eligibility issue arose from a 2023 test by the IBA.
IOC Disputes IBA’s Test
The IOC defended Khelif, stating she had “complied with the competition’s eligibility and entry requirements, as well as all applicable medical regulations.” They also called the IBA’s test “not legitimate.”
World Boxing Demands DNA Test
World Boxing, now overseeing amateur boxing, asked Khelif to take a DNA test before competing again. Though they later regretted naming her in the letter, she remains sidelined until testing is done.
Past Medal Revocations Compared
Unlike Khelif’s case, past medal revocations involved rule violations. Russian boxer Misha Aloian lost his 2016 medal after failing a drug test. Jack Egan was stripped of his 1904 medals for competing under a false name.
