Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, reinstated for the Olympics despite a previous disqualification due to a failed gender eligibility test, has faced controversy and scrutiny in her opening bout. Her opponent, Angela Carini, abruptly withdrew due to injury, but the incident sparked debate about Khelif’s eligibility and fueled questions regarding the IOC’s guidelines on athletes with Differences of Sexual Development (DSD).
The participation of two boxers with Differences of Sexual Development (DSD) at the Paris Olympics has reignited the debate on whether athletes with DSDs should compete in women’s events. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has defended its decision, citing compliance with eligibility rules, but athletes and governing bodies continue to grapple with fairness, safety, and inclusion in women’s sports.
