Olympic gold medalist Imane Khelif received a hero's welcome in her hometown of Tiaret, Algeria, following her victory in the women's 66kg boxing final at the Paris Olympics. Thousands of fans celebrated her return despite the controversy surrounding her gender eligibility, which had previously led to her disqualification from the world championships. High-profile figures such as Elon Musk, J.K. Rowling, and Donald Trump had publicly questioned her gender, but Khelif was ultimately cleared to compete. Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune has shown personal support for Khelif, emphasizing that the nation stands behind her. The celebration in Tiaret included a parade with local leaders, where Khelif expressed her gratitude for the country's backing and her desire to continue making Algeria proud.