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Imane Khelif Discloses Hormone Treatments, Confirms SRY Gene in New Interview

World Boxing has not responded to medical records she says she submitted.

Overview

  • Khelif says she used hormone treatments to lower testosterone for competitions, including to zero for the Dakar Olympic qualifier, and reiterates she is not transgender.
  • She confirms carrying the SRY gene and describes her biology as natural while noting her care is monitored by doctors.
  • The Algerian won the women’s 66kg gold at Paris 2024, where debate over her eligibility intensified.
  • World Boxing blocked her from a Netherlands event over a newly introduced chromosome test, and she says she is prepared to undergo required testing for future competitions.
  • She is seeking a French professional licence and intends to pursue a title defense at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.