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Algerian Boxer Imane Khelif Fights Back Against IOC Lawsuit

2/13/2025

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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif fiercely rejected the International Boxing Association's "false and offensive" claims after its lawsuit against the International Olympic Committee for permitting her and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting to compete in the Paris Olympics. Disqualified from the 2023 World Championships, Khelif is determined to take legal action to defend the integrity of fair competition.

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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif fiercely rejected the International Boxing Association's "false and offensive" claims after its lawsuit against the International Olympic Committee for permitting her and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting to compete in the Paris Olympics. Disqualified from the 2023 World Championships, Khelif is determined to take legal action to defend the integrity of fair competition.