Boxers Disqualified from Women's Event Cleared to Fight in Paris Olympics

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Two boxers who were disqualified from competing with women at a global event last year have been permitted to fight in the Paris Olympics after passing gender eligibility tests.

Key Points

  • Two boxers previously disqualified now cleared to compete in Paris Olympics
  • Gender eligibility tests conducted to ensure fair competition
  • IOC updated rules on athlete gender eligibility in 2021

Cons

  • Controversy surrounding gender eligibility in sports
  • Critics questioning fairness to other female competitors