Gender Eligibility Controversy at 2024 Paris Olympics

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Australian boxer Skye Nicolson defends female boxers at the center of a gender eligibility controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics against allegations of having XY chromosomes, stating they have physical attributes of females and have competed as women their whole lives.

Key Points

  • The boxers were born female with XY chromosomes but have physical attributes of females
  • IBA disqualified the boxers from the Women’s World Championships due to positive XY chromosome tests
  • IOC President Thomas Bach reaffirms the gender eligibility of the boxers

Pros

  • Skye Nicolson defends the female boxers against mistreatment and media scrutiny
  • International Olympic Committee (IOC) supports the participation of the two boxers in the 2024 Paris Games

Cons

  • Controversy arises over allegations of two female boxers having XY chromosomes
  • The International Boxing Association (IBA) maintains that the boxers have competitive advantages that should preclude them from competing against women