Olympic boxer Imane Khelif reveals plans for a body transformation to compete in the next Games, aiming for another gold medal.
Imane Khelif, an Algerian boxer, is making headlines again.
After winning a gold medal at the Paris Olympics, she is now preparing for the next Games in Los Angeles in 2028.
Khelif has announced her plans to transform her body and move up in weight class for the upcoming competition.
Controversy surrounding Khelif’s Olympic participation
Khelif’s journey to the Olympics was not without controversy. During the Paris Games, she was at the center of a gender eligibility debate.
Both Khelif and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting faced disqualification from the 2023 World Championships due to claims they failed gender eligibility tests.
Despite these challenges, both athletes went on to win gold medals in their respective events at the Olympics.
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif plans body transformation for gold at the next Games
For the Los Angeles Olympics, Khelif has decided to compete in a heavier weight class.
She previously fought in the welterweight category, weighing around 66 kilograms during the Paris Games.
The welterweight class in Los Angeles will be between 60-65 kg. Khelif aims to transition to the light-middleweight class, which ranges from 65-70 kg.
She believes this change will help her perform better and secure another gold medal.
‘I’m focused on achieving a second Olympic gold in 2028, as well as preparing for the transition to professional,’ Khelif told Marca.
‘What I want is to do a perfect job, to arrive in better shape than I did in Paris, given that I now have greater mental and physical balance.
For the transition to professional, I’ll be waiting for a good contract, and the best offer will convince me.
‘With the change in weight classes, I have to compete at 70kg. In Paris, I won at 66 kg, but I don’t think this increase will be difficult for me.
‘I’m 1.80 m tall and I’m studying with the team how to best adapt to the new division.’
Transitioning to professional boxing
In addition to her Olympic goals, Khelif is looking to move into professional boxing.
She has plans to make this transition after the 2028 Olympics. Khelif is waiting for the right contract that will motivate her to step into the professional ring.
She understands that this move could be a significant step in her boxing career.
Khelif embodies strength and inspiration for women.
Despite the challenges she has faced, Khelif sees herself as a symbol of strength for women around the world.
She has been vocal about her experiences and believes that her success can inspire others.
Khelif aims to represent women in sports and show that they can achieve their dreams, regardless of obstacles.
Legal challenges and ongoing issues
The International Boxing Association (IBA) has raised questions about Khelif’s eligibility, leading to legal actions against the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
In a recent statement, Khelif accused the IBA of making unfounded accusations to further their agenda.
She remains determined to fight for her rights and the principles of fair competition.
As the Los Angeles Olympics approach, World Boxing, the new governing body for the sport, is expected to announce eligibility rules soon.
The organization aims to create fair competition for all athletes, regardless of gender.
This new framework will help ensure the safety of boxers while fostering a level playing field for both men and women.
Social media reactions
One user said: Everyone has choices, get that and if this is a case of abnormalities, let the system create sports for these congenital abnormalities to complete against each other so it’s a fair contest.
Then everyone has the same chance of a fair competition.
The second user wrote: Get your prostate checked before you get in the ring mate. Get real you’re not what you want to be.
The third user added: Hope no one steps in the ring or there’s another Shim to fight I the ring.
The fourth user said: Despite her supposed ” congenital ” abnormalities. DNA says male.
Another user wrote: I really admire this woman. The abuse she is subjected to is phenomenal. Thankfully, she is a heroine in Algeria and North Africa.
Anyone who thinks those countries would tolerate a man posing as a woman is living in a fantasy world.