Khelif Defends Olympic Title Plans Amid Trump's Claims

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who won gold at the Paris Olympics amid controversy, has boldly stated that she will not be intimidated by U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks regarding her gender. Trump incorrectly claimed she transitioned from male to female and recently signed an executive order to restrict transgender girls and women from competing in women's sports. In an interview with ITV News, Khelif emphasized her identity as a woman and expressed her determination to defend her title at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. She revealed that the intense media scrutiny has taken a toll on her family, particularly her mother’s health. Khelif's victory and the subsequent gender eligibility debate have drawn attention from notable figures, including Trump, Elon Musk, and JK Rowling. She highlighted that the truth surrounding her identity was eventually recognized by the International Olympic Committee after the discredited International Boxing Association had disqualified her in 2023.