Olympic Inclusion of Convicted Child Rapist Sparks Outrage

Dutch athlete Steven van de Velde's participation in Paris 2024 raises ethical concerns and calls for investigation.

Steven van de Velde, convicted of raping a 12-year-old girl, is set to compete in beach volleyball at the Olympics.
The Dutch Olympic Committee supports his inclusion, citing compliance with qualification requirements.
Public backlash includes criticism from child protection groups and calls for an IOC investigation.
Paula Radcliffe faced criticism and issued multiple apologies after initially wishing van de Velde luck.
Advocacy groups warn that allowing van de Velde to compete undermines efforts to combat sexual violence.