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