Controversy over Gender Eligibility in Sports

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Caitlin Clark named AP's Female Athlete of the Year with controversy over gender eligibility of Olympic boxer Imane Khelif. Khelif won gold despite disqualification from 2023 championships. IOC defended Khelif and another disqualified athlete. Khelif was most Googled athlete of the year.

Key Points

  • Caitlin Clark named AP's Female Athlete of the Year
  • Imane Khelif faced gender eligibility controversy in boxing
  • IOC defended Khelif and another disqualified athlete
  • Khelif won gold at the Paris Olympics despite the controversy
  • Khelif was the most Googled athlete of the year

Pros

  • Recognition of Caitlin Clark as AP's Female Athlete of the Year
  • Discussion on gender eligibility in sports

Cons

  • Controversy surrounding Imane Khelif's gender eligibility in boxing
  • Disqualification of athletes based on gender issues