Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold at Paris Olympics

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Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold in 57kg women's division at Paris Olympics amidst gender eligibility controversy. Polish opponent Julia Szeremeta earns silver.

Key Points

  • Lin Yu-ting wins gold in 57kg women's boxing at Paris Olympics
  • Gender eligibility controversy surrounding Lin Yu-ting
  • International Olympic Committee defends Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif

Pros

  • Lin Yu-ting wins Taiwan's first boxing gold medal
  • Lin Yu-ting won each match via unanimous decision
  • Lin Yu-ting faced no real challenge during the competitions

Cons

  • Lin Yu-ting faced gender eligibility controversy
  • Lin Yu-ting disqualified from 2023 International Boxing Association Women's World Championships for testing positive for 'XY chromosomes'
  • Controversy over Lin Yu-ting's advantage against female opponents