Leaks from Indian lab drop bombshell on Olympic boxer Imane Khelif's biological sex
Newly leaked documents from a reputed Indian lab have claimed that Algerian Olympic boxer Imane Khelif is biologically male. The test, conducted in 2023, reportedly showed that Khelif has XY chromosomes, which are typically associated with male biology, the New York Post reported. According to the report, documents were obtained from Dr. Lal Path Labs, a certified lab in New Delhi accredited by the American College of Pathologists and the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). A chromosome analysis concluded: "Chromosome analysis reveals male karyotype."advertisementThe Russian-backed boxing authorities suspended Khelif from the 2023 Women's Boxing World Championship in India based on these findings. However, She was permitted to participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where she won gold.OLYMPIC OFFICIALS DISMISS TEST RESULT
At the Olympics, the officials dismissed the test, questioning its legitimacy. They stated that there is a possibility of Russian interference aimed at damaging Khelif's reputation and improving their own athletes' chances. The Olympic committee denied any biological concerns, saying there was no valid reason to prevent Khelif from competing in the women's category.Italian boxer Angela Carini faced Khelif during the Paris Olympics in a match that ended in just 46 seconds. After the match, she said, "I feared for my life during that fight."Mexican boxer Brianda Tamara Cruz, who fought Khelif in 2022, echoed similar feelings. "I don't think I had ever felt like that in my 13 years as a boxer, nor in my sparring with men," she said.Khelif, 26, has denied all claims that she is male, stating that she was raised as a girl and has always identified as female. Must Watch
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