Controversial Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif at the Olympics

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who previously failed gender eligibility tests, declared 'I am a woman!' after winning matches in the Olympics. She is guaranteed at least a bronze in the 2024 Paris Games.

Controversy Surrounding Female Boxers and Gender Tests in Boxing

Two controversial female boxers were disqualified from competing in the 2023 Women's World Boxing Championships due to failing gender tests and being identified as biologically male. Despite warnings to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Algerian boxer Imane Khelif went on to secure an Olympic medal by defeating Hungarian boxer Anna Luca Hámori in a match.

Gender Controversy in Boxing at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Bulgarian female boxer Svetlana Staneva made an 'XX' chromosome symbol after losing to Taiwanese fighter Lin Yu-ting, who failed IBA gender tests. Staneva's gesture aimed to assert her identity as a woman amidst controversy over gender testing in boxing.