Khelif Challenges IBA Lawsuit Over Gender Eligibility

Imane Khelif, the Olympic boxing gold medalist, is at the center of a legal dispute following accusations from the International Boxing Association (IBA) regarding her eligibility to compete as a woman. The IBA has filed complaints against the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for allowing Khelif and another athlete to participate, citing safety concerns and referencing a recent executive order by former President Trump that bans transgender women from female sports. Khelif, who has consistently competed as a woman, was initially barred from the 2023 World Championships due to a sex chromosome test but was later reinstated by the IOC. In response to the IBA's actions, Khelif has vowed to pursue legal measures to protect her rights and uphold the principles of fair competition. She has described the accusations as