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World Boxing apologizes for citing Imane Khelif in new gender testing mandate

The federation has imposed mandatory gender tests for adult competitors, a move prompted by last year’s eligibility disputes.

Imane Khelif après avoir remporté la médaille d'or aux Jeux olympiques d'été, le vendredi 9 août 2024, à Paris.
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Overview

  • World Boxing issued a formal apology to the Algerian Boxing Federation for naming Imane Khelif in its June announcement on compulsory gender tests.
  • The new policy requires all adult boxers to undergo gender verification before competing in World Boxing–sanctioned events, including the upcoming Box Cup in Eindhoven.
  • Khelif clinched the 66kg gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics but endured unfounded gender eligibility allegations and was previously excluded from the 2023 World Championships.
  • The International Boxing Association was disqualified by the IOC over financial, ethical and governance issues, prompting World Boxing to become the sole governing body for boxing at the 2028 Olympics.
  • Imane Khelif has confirmed her intention to pursue another Olympic medal at the Los Angeles Games under the new testing regime.