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Fury directed at AP reporters who voted Imane Khelif as Female Athlete of the Year


Published on 2024-12-27 11:25:43 - MSN
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  • Former ESPN personality Charly Arnolt has launched a scathing attack on Associated Press journalists who voted for controversial Olympic boxer Imane Khelif in the Female Athlete of the Year award. The 37-year-old questioned the judgment of four unnamed AP reporters who placed Khelif third in the prestigious honour,

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Associated Press (AP) reporters' decision to vote Imane Khelif, an Algerian boxer, as the Female Athlete of the Year. Khelif, who won a gold medal at the 2023 African Games, has been at the center of a debate due to her physical appearance, which some critics argue does not align with traditional expectations of female athletes. This has led to accusations of unfair advantage and questions about gender verification in sports. The backlash includes social media outrage and discussions on the ethics of gender testing in athletics, with many expressing fury over what they perceive as a lack of fairness in the selection process. The controversy highlights ongoing issues regarding gender identity, sports equity, and the criteria used for athlete recognition.

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