After the controversial fight with Algerian Imane Khelif, Angela Carini received an award from the International Boxing Association.
The world of boxing is in check after the controversial fight between the Italian Angela Carini and the Algerian Imane Khelifwho defeated Carini 46 seconds into the fight in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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The problem lies in the physical characteristics of Khelif, who has hyperandrogenism, a condition that causes him to have Higher than normal testosterone levels for a womanThis was what led to his disqualification from the last world boxing championship by the International Boxing Association (IBA).
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However, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) carried out the hormone test and allowed her to participate. It should be noted that the IOC and the IBA are currently in conflict. On the other hand, the networks wrongly labelled her as a “trans athlete”.
What award did Angela Carini, the boxer who abandoned the fight against the Algerian Imane Khelif, receive?
The IBA awarded Carini the title of “Olympic champion”despite not having won it. This prize is equivalent to US$100,000that is, what an Olympic champion receives in this discipline. According to the IBA report, The 25-year-old boxer, who has already announced her professional retirement from the sport, will receive $50,000 of that amount.On the other hand, the National Federation will receive 25,000 dollars and its coach will also receive 25,000 dollars.
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In this regard, the president of the IBAUmar Kremlev, He stated: “I couldn’t see her tears. I am not indifferent to these kinds of situations and I can assure you that we will protect every boxer. I do not understand why women’s boxing is being harmed. Only athletes who meet the requirements They should compete in the ring to ensure safety.”
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Not satisfied with this determination, even the Giorgia Meloni, President of Italy, organized a meeting with the IOC President, Thomas Bachin which the event was discussed. This award rekindles the flame of a conflict that seems to have no resolution in the short term.
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