Algerian Imane Khelif wins on points, medal: “Dignity for every woman” – Sport

by times news cr

2024-08-04 05:07:42

PARIS. At the end of three rounds that were regularly held, in the quarterfinals of the boxing tournament, category – 66 kg women, the hyperandrogynous Algerian boxer Imane Khelif – at the center of controversy for her participation in the Games given her high testosterone levels – won on points the match against the Hungarian Anna Luca Hamori.

Since the final for third and fourth place is not included in the Olympic program, the Algerian is therefore sure to win at least the bronze. At the end of the match, a greeting between the two boxers.

“It’s a question of dignity and honor for every woman,” Khelif said, crying after her victory. “All the Arab people have known me for years. For years I have been boxing in international federation competitions, they have been unfair to me. But I have God.”

In the first round, Khelif had won after the withdrawal of Italian Angela Carini after a few seconds.


2024-08-04 05:07:42

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