US EditionOlympic boxing champ Imane Khelif must undergo genetic sex screening to fight for new governing body
- World Boxing announced on Friday that Algerian boxer Imane Khelif must complete genetic sex screening before competing at the Eindhoven Box Cup from June 5-10.
- The policy follows controversies at the Paris 2024 Olympics involving gender eligibility, including Khelif's participation and the IOC's recognition of World Boxing for 2028.
- World Boxing requires all athletes over 18 to undergo a PCR test detecting the SRY gene to confirm chromosomal sex before entering its competitions.
- The PCR test identifies the SRY gene, a genetic marker found on the Y chromosome that indicates biological sex, using samples collected from nasal or mouth swabs, saliva, or blood.
- This mandatory testing aims to ensure fair competition in World Boxing events, including the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and bars Khelif from competing until she complies.
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Santa Maria Times
Independent EspañolOlympic Boxer Khelif Must Undergo Genetic Testing to Compete with New Governing Body
Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif must undergo genetic sex testing to participate in upcoming events under the sport's new governing body.
Sydney Morning Herald
Imane Khelif banned from competing in women’s World Boxing events
The Algerian boxer who won gold at the Paris Olympics last year will not be able to compete in the women’s division unless she can provide proof of being biologically female.
World Boxing imposes mandatory gender tests for all athletes
Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has been barred from competition by World Boxing, following the federation’s introduction of mandatory gender testing for all athletes. World Boxing announced the policy on Friday, stating that no boxer may participate in its events without undergoing and passing a genetic sex verification test in accordance with its rules. The first high-profile consequence of the policy is the exclusion of Khelif f…
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