Imane Khelif is only Algeria’s second boxing gold medalist, joining Hocine Soltani (1996).
Gold medalist Algeria's Imane Khelif kisses her for the women's 66 kg final boxing match at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, in Paris, France.
Hundreds of flag-clad, noise-making supporters of Khelif crowded the paths through the famed Roland Garros tennis complex in Paris and packed the stands, chanting, cheering and waving Algerian flags. Khelif also has across her North African country where many fans have seen the world’s dissection of Khelif as criticism of their nation.Khelif’s fight was dubbed “The Night of Destiny” in local newspapers.
. Khelif’s first opponent, Angela Carini of Italy, abandoned their bout after just 46 seconds, saying she was in too much pain from Khelif’s punches.An already brewing story suddenly became major international news, with the likes of former U.S. President Donald Trump and “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling weighing in with criticism and false speculation about men competing with women in sports.
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