IBA to award Khelif

Angela Carini, the Italian boxer who withdrew from her bout against Algerian Imane Khelif at the Paris Olympics, will receive $50,000 in prize money from the International Boxing Association (IBA) despite her loss. Carini's decision to pull out after just 46 seconds was prompted by a severe barrage of punches from Khelif, who is embroiled in a gender eligibility controversy. IBA President Umar Kremlev expressed concerns about the safety of female athletes and criticized the International Olympic Committee (IOC), which has cleared Khelif to compete despite previous disqualification for failing gender tests. Carini later expressed regret about her initial reaction post-fight and apologized to Khelif, stating she respects the IOC's ruling. The ongoing debate highlights the complexities surrounding gender and eligibility in women's boxing, drawing attention from various public figures. This situation has led to increased scrutiny of the IOC and its policies regarding athlete participation.