Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics has been met with controversy following her disqualification in the 2023 World Championships due to gender eligibility concerns. Despite this setback, the International Olympic Committee has given Khelif the green light to compete in the Summer Games, sparking a wave of outrage on social media.
A video capturing Khelif's intense fight against Mexico's Brianda Tamara Cruz Sandoval in December 2022 has further fueled the debate. The footage from the 66-kilogram bout in the WBT Golden Belt Series depicts Khelif dominating her opponent, with Tamara expressing that she had never felt as overwhelmed in her boxing career.
Tamara shared her experience, stating, 'When I fought her, I felt very out of my depth. Her blows were incredibly impactful, and I sustained significant injuries. I am grateful that I managed to leave the ring safely that day, and it is reassuring that the situation has been acknowledged.'
