Imane Khelif’s mother defends Olympic gold medalist against gender controversy

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Imane Khelif’s mother, Nasria, hit back at a hater after her daughter faced criticism following her Olympic gold win. 

Imane Khelif’s mother, Nasria, has passionately defended her daughter against accusations questioning her gender following her Olympic success.

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Boxer Imane Khelif sparked controversy after winning gold medal

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Khelif won welterweight gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics amid controversy over her gender. Image Credits: Getty

 

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who clinched the welterweight gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has faced controversy surrounding her gender.

The debate erupted after Khelif and fellow boxer Lin Yu-Ting competed in the Games.

Imane Khelif was reported to have previously failed gender eligibility tests administered by the Russian-backed International Boxing Association (IBA).

However, Imane Khelif allowed for a fair competition at Paris 2045.

After her effort, Imane won the final gold medal in the expanded women’s boxing event

The public criticized Imane Khelif despite her gold medal

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Imane Khelif’s mother, Nasria, defends her daughter against gender identity claims. Image Credits: Getty

 

Unsubstantiated rumors spread on social media, with some suggesting that Khelif was born male.

The speculation intensified when Italy’s Angela Carini withdrew from their tournament opener after just 46 seconds.

Don’t stop, despite her gold medal. Many haters still believe she is a man.

Imane Khelif’s mother, Nasria, defended her daughter amid controversy.

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Khelif’s mother, Nasria Khelif asserts her daughter has always been female and is a role model. Image Credits: Image Credits: Beauty Code/Instagram

 

In the Daily Mail report, Imane Khelif’s mother, Nasria Khelif, responded to critics who questioned Olympic gold medalist boxer’s gender.

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Nasria Khelif emphatically supported her daughter. Speaking to the Daily Mail, she stated, “My child is a girl. She was raised as a girl. Imane is a girl who has loved sport since she was six years old. I will always be there for her. She honored the national flag. She is our role model.”

Previously, Imane Khelif’s father defended his daughter after she failed the gender eligibility test.

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Khelif’s mother, Nasria Khelif asserts her daughter has always been female and is a role model. Image Credits: BFMTV

 

Imane Khelif’s father, Omar Khelif, also defended his daughter against the allegations.

On French live TV, he condemned the attacks as immoral and unfair.

Additionally, he also emphasized Imane’s long-standing passion for sports and the attempts by critics to undermine her achievements.

Furthermore, Omar urged his daughter to prove her critics wrong and continue to bring honor to Algeria and the Arab world. He further presented her birth certificate as evidence of her female identity.

Previously, Imane Khelif made a new appearance after being called a man.

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Imane Khelif’s father presented her birth certificate on television. Image Credits: BFMTV

 

On Instagram platforms, the Olympic champion appeared to have a feminine and gentle appearance.

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Despite controversy, Khelif won gold and celebrated with a new look, including a pink outfit and matching accessories. Image Credits: Beauty Code/Instagram

 

In the footage, the 25-year-old athlete is wearing matching lip gloss, pink eyeshadow, and loose curls.

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Olympic champion Imane Khelif showcased a dramatic new feminine makeover after winning gold in Paris. Image Credits: Beauty Code/Instagram

 

However, Khelif faced significant criticism from notable figures, including Elon Musk, J.K. Rowling, and former President Donald Trump.

 

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The controversy drew attention from figures like JK Rowling and Elon Musk, leading Khelif to file a criminal complaint. Image Credits: Getty

 

They used the situation to fuel the debate on sex and gender in sports. In response, Khelif filed a criminal complaint in France against these individuals for spreading misinformation about her gender.

Additionally, the champion has since named Musk and Rowling in a lawsuit, citing the emotional toll of their comments.

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