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Wed, February 12, 2025

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif says she's 'never stayed down' and vows to fight back after lawsuit


Published on 2025-02-12 08:45:19 - Newsday
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  • The Algerian boxer who found herself in the middle of a bitter divide about gender in sports during the Paris Olympics has denounced "false and offensive" accusations from the International Boxing Association.

The article from Newsday discusses the current turmoil within the International Boxing Association (IBA), which has been suspended by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) due to governance, financial transparency, and ethical issues. Amidst this, IBA President Umar Kremlev has been pushing for reforms, but the situation has escalated with the emergence of a rival organization, World Boxing, which aims to secure boxing's place in the Olympics. Additionally, the article touches on the involvement of Donald Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., who has been linked to a boxing event in Dubai, highlighting the complex interplay of politics, sports governance, and international relations within the sport of boxing.

Read the Full Newsday Article at:
[ https://www.newsday.com/sports/boxing/boxing-khelif-iba-trump-ioc-y47048 ]