Disqualification of Boxers at the Olympics
The International Boxing Association (IBA) disqualified two boxers from competing in women's boxing due to not meeting eligibility criteria, including having competitive advantages over other female athletes. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) allowed them to compete citing older rules. A controversy arose over the decision to permit them to fight in the Paris Olympics.
Key Points
- IBA disqualified boxers for not meeting eligibility criteria
- Controversy over IOC's decision to allow them to compete at Olympics