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Boxing Secures Place in Los Angeles 2028 Olympics After IOC Vote

The IOC's unanimous decision reinstates boxing under the governance of World Boxing, ensuring the sport's Olympic future after years of uncertainty.

Olympics - 144th IOC Session including the election of IOC President - Costa Navarino, Pylos, Greece - March 20, 2025 General view of International Olympics Committee(IOC) president Thomas Bach speaking during the 144th IOC Session REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki
IOC members at a Session in Costa Navarino in Greece vote for the inclusion of boxing at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
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Overview

  • The International Olympic Committee unanimously voted to include boxing in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, ending doubts about the sport's Olympic future.
  • World Boxing, established in 2023 and provisionally recognized by the IOC, will oversee Olympic boxing events, replacing the suspended International Boxing Association (IBA).
  • Only athletes whose national federations are members of World Boxing will be eligible to compete at the 2028 Games, aligning with IOC governance standards.
  • The IBA was stripped of recognition in 2023 due to corruption, financial mismanagement, and ethical concerns under the leadership of Umar Kremlev.
  • World Boxing has committed to transparency, adherence to Olympic values, and plans to introduce guidelines for transgender and DSD athletes to ensure fair competition.