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Imane Khelif Backs IOC Genetic Testing for LA 2028, Discloses Hormone Treatment and SRY Gene

Her new disclosures come as she challenges World Boxing’s testing policy at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Overview

  • Khelif told L'Equipe she took hormone treatments to lower testosterone for competition, saying it was reduced to near zero at the Dakar Olympic qualifier.
  • She confirmed she carries the SRY gene, described the trait as natural, and reiterated that she is not transgender.
  • Khelif said she would accept genetic testing to compete at the 2028 Olympics only if the procedures are administered by the IOC, telling CNN she has nothing to hide.
  • World Boxing has barred her from its events unless she undergoes mandatory genetic sex testing, and she has appealed that policy to CAS with the case still pending.
  • The Paris 2024 welterweight gold medallist criticized politicians, including President Donald Trump, for exploiting her identity and asked not to be used for political agendas.