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Otago Daily Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing
World Boxing will introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers in its competitions, the body said on Friday, adding that Paris Olympics gold medallist Imane Khelif will not be allowed to compete until she undergoes such a test. The global body, which will oversee boxing competitions in the 2028 Olympics after being granted provisional recognition by the IOC, said it aimed to deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women. The new policy comes less than a year after Khelif and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting both won gold in Paris amid a gender-eligibility row. "Imane Khelif may not participate in the female category at... any World Boxing event until Imane Khelif undergoes genetic sex screening in accordance with World Boxing's rules and testing procedures," World Boxing said in a statement. World Boxing said they had written to the Algerian Boxing Federation stating that Khelif would not be allowed to compete at the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup from June 5-10 until she underwent the test. Women's welterweight Olympic champion Khelif could not be reached for comment, and the Algerian Boxing Federation did not immediately respond when contacted by Reuters. The country's federation joined World Boxing in September, one of more than 100 national federations that have joined the body since it was established in 2023. While amendments to competition rules are typically done by the World Boxing Congress, the new policy was adopted by the body's executive board which holds the authority to make immediate amendments under "special or emergency circumstances". 'NEW ELIGIBILITY RULES' "These new eligibility rules were developed with the express purpose of safeguarding athletes in combat sports, particularly given the physical risks associated with Olympic-style boxing," it added. All athletes over the age of 18 will have to undertake a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) genetic test, which can be conducted by a nasal or mouth swab, saliva or blood, World Boxing said. "The PCR test is a laboratory technique used to detect specific genetic material, in this case the SRY gene, that reveals the presence of the Y chromosome, which is an indicator of biological sex," World Boxing said. "Athletes that are deemed to be male at birth, as evidenced by the presence of Y chromosome... or with a difference of sexual development (DSD) where male androgenization occurs, will be eligible to compete in the male category. "Athletes that are deemed to be female at birth... or with a DSD where male androgenization does not occur, will be eligible to compete in the female category." In February, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. In March, Khelif said she was determined to defend her title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, adding that she would not be intimidated by Trump as she is not transgender. At the 2023 world championships, Khelif was disqualified by the International Boxing Association after a test that the body said rendered her ineligible to fight as a woman on the grounds of gender. The IBA lost its Olympic recognition over governance issues, however, and the International Olympic Committee cleared Khelif to compete in Paris.
GMA Network
2 days ago
- Sport
- GMA Network
World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers
Paris 2024 Olympics - Boxing - Women's 66kg - Prelims - Round of 16 - August 01, 2024. Imane Khelif of Algeria is seen after her fight against Angela Carini of Italy. REUTERS/Isabel Infantes World Boxing will introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers in its competitions, the body said on Friday, adding that Paris Olympics gold medalist Imane Khelif will not be allowed to compete until she undergoes such a test. The global body, which will oversee boxing competitions in the 2028 Olympics after being granted provisional recognition by the IOC, said it aims to deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women. The new policy comes less than a year after Khelif and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting both won gold in Paris amid a gender-eligibility row. "Imane Khelif may not participate in the female category at... any World Boxing event until Imane Khelif undergoes genetic sex screening in accordance with World Boxing's rules and testing procedures," World Boxing said in a statement. World Boxing said they had written to the Algerian Boxing Federation stating that Khelif would not be allowed to compete at the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup from June 5-10 until she undergoes the test. Women's welterweight Olympic champion Khelif could not be reached for comment while the Algerian Boxing Federation did not immediately respond when contacted by Reuters. The country's federation joined World Boxing in September, one of more than 100 national federations that have joined the body since it was established in 2023. While amendments to competition rules are typically done by the World Boxing Congress, the new policy was adopted by the body's executive board which holds the authority to make immediate amendments under "special or emergency circumstances". 'New eligibility rules' "These new eligibility rules were developed with the express purpose of safeguarding athletes in combat sports, particularly given the physical risks associated with Olympic-style boxing," it added. All athletes over the age of 18 will have to undertake a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) genetic test, which can be conducted by a nasal or mouth swab, saliva or blood, World Boxing said. "The PCR test is a laboratory technique used to detect specific genetic material, in this case the SRY gene, that reveals the presence of the Y chromosome, which is an indicator of biological sex," World Boxing said. "Athletes that are deemed to be male at birth, as evidenced by the presence of Y chromosome... or with a difference of sexual development (DSD) where male androgenization occurs, will be eligible to compete in the male category. "Athletes that are deemed to be female at birth... or with a DSD where male androgenization does not occur, will be eligible to compete in the female category." In February, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. In March, Khelif said she was determined to defend her title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, adding that she would not be intimidated by Trump as she is not transgender. At the 2023 world championships, Khelif was disqualified by the International Boxing Association after a test that the body said rendered her ineligible to fight as a woman on the grounds of gender. The IBA lost its Olympic recognition over governance issues, however, and the International Olympic Committee cleared Khelif to compete in Paris. — Reuters
RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
World Boxing to require mandatory sex testing
World Boxing will introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers in its competitions, the body said on Friday, adding that Paris Olympics gold medallist Imane Khelif will not be allowed to compete until she undergoes such a test. The global body, which will oversee boxing competitions in the 2028 Olympics after being granted provisional recognition by the IOC, said it aims to deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women. The new policy comes less than a year after Khelif and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting both won gold in Paris amid a gender-eligibility row. "Imane Khelif may not participate in the female category at... any World Boxing event until Imane Khelif undergoes genetic sex screening in accordance with World Boxing's rules and testing procedures," World Boxing said in a statement. World Boxing said they had written to the Algerian Boxing Federation stating that Khelif would not be allowed to compete at the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup from 5-10 June until she undergoes the test. Women's welterweight Olympic champion Khelif could not be reached for comment while the Algerian Boxing Federation did not immediately respond when contacted. The country's federation joined World Boxing in September, one of more than 100 national federations that have joined the body since it was established in 2023. The Irish Athletic Boxing Association formally joined World Boxing last week. While amendments to competition rules are typically done by the World Boxing Congress, the new policy was adopted by the body's executive board which holds the authority to make immediate amendments under "special or emergency circumstances". "These new eligibility rules were developed with the express purpose of safeguarding athletes in combat sports, particularly given the physical risks associated with Olympic-style boxing," it added. All athletes over the age of 18 will have to undertake a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) genetic test, which can be conducted by a nasal or mouth swab, saliva or blood, World Boxing said. "The PCR test is a laboratory technique used to detect specific genetic material, in this case the SRY gene, that reveals the presence of the Y chromosome, which is an indicator of biological sex," World Boxing said. "Athletes that are deemed to be male at birth, as evidenced by the presence of Y chromosome... or with a difference of sexual development (DSD) where male androgenization occurs, will be eligible to compete in the male category. "Athletes that are deemed to be female at birth... or with a DSD where male androgenization does not occur, will be eligible to compete in the female category." In February, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in female school sports. In March, Khelif said she was determined to defend her title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, adding that she would not be intimidated by Trump as she is not transgender. At the 2023 world championships, Khelif was disqualified by the International Boxing Association after a test that the body said rendered her ineligible to fight as a woman on the grounds of gender. The IBA lost its Olympic recognition over governance issues, however, and the International Olympic Committee cleared Khelif to compete in Paris.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers
The global body, which will oversee boxing competitions in the 2028 Olympics after being granted provisional recognition by the IOC, said it aims to deliver a competitive level playing field for men and women. The new policy comes less than a year after Khelif and Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting both won gold in Paris amid a gender-eligibility row. 'Imane Khelif may not participate in the female category at... any World Boxing event until Imane Khelif undergoes genetic sex screening in accordance with World Boxing's rules and testing procedures,' World Boxing said in a statement. World Boxing said they had written to the Algerian Boxing Federation stating that Khelif would not be allowed to compete at the upcoming Eindhoven Box Cup from June 5-10 until she undergoes the test. Women's welterweight Olympic champion Khelif could not be reached for comment while the Algerian Boxing Federation did not immediately respond when contacted by Reuters. The country's federation joined World Boxing in September, one of more than 100 national federations that have joined the body since it was established in 2023. While amendments to competition rules are typically done by the World Boxing Congress, the new policy was adopted by the body's executive board which holds the authority to make immediate amendments under 'special or emergency circumstances'. 'These new eligibility rules were developed with the express purpose of safeguarding athletes in combat sports, particularly given the physical risks associated with Olympic-style boxing,' it added. All athletes over the age of 18 will have to undertake a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) genetic test, which can be conducted by a nasal or mouth swab, saliva or blood, World Boxing said. 'The PCR test is a laboratory technique used to detect specific genetic material, in this case the SRY gene, that reveals the presence of the Y chromosome, which is an indicator of biological sex,' World Boxing said. ADVERTISEMENT 'Athletes that are deemed to be male at birth, as evidenced by the presence of Y chromosome... or with a difference of sexual development (DSD) where male androgenization occurs, will be eligible to compete in the male category. 'Athletes that are deemed to be female at birth... or with a DSD where male androgenization does not occur, will be eligible to compete in the female category.' In February, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. In March, Khelif said she was determined to defend her title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, adding that she would not be intimidated by Trump as she is not transgender. At the 2023 world championships, Khelif was disqualified by the International Boxing Association after a test that the body said rendered her ineligible to fight as a woman on the grounds of gender. The IBA lost its Olympic recognition over governance issues, however, and the International Olympic Committee cleared Khelif to compete in Paris.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Huge new water park opens in metro Phoenix. Here's everything you can do there
With the 100-degree temps here and kids being out of school for summer break soon, it's perfect timing for a brand new water park, splash pad and swim center to open. The sprawling Rescue Oasis Park, Soak Station 309 and Oasis Swim Center in Surprise has a little bit of everything for everyone. The complex has plenty of activities for people of all ages, including a covered splash pad complete with plenty of shaded seating areas nearby. And the new Oasis Swim Center has not one but three types of pools. Here's everything you can do at the new Rescue Oasis Park and Oasis Swim Center in Surprise. Why is it called Surprise? This Arizona city's founder said it wouldn't amount to much. They were so wrong The Rescue Oasis Park has a full-size basketball court, a sand volleyball court and a playground that's a climber's dream with several rope activities and climbing structures. A smaller, aquatic-themed playground has swings, a slide and multiple levels to explore. Parents and guardians will be able to watch the kids play from multiple shaded sitting and standing areas. A picnic area with a shade structure is within sight of the playground. Details: 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. 12361 N. Perryville Road, Surprise. Free. The new Soak Station 309 splash pad at Rescue Oasis Park is the place to cool off this summer. The centerpiece of Soak Station 309 is the large climbing structure made to look like a firetruck. It has a slide, waterspouts that spray in all directions and a giant hoop that sprays water as kids run through it. Some of the waterspouts are aimable, so kids can soak their friends. Details: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily from May 10-Oct. 31. 12361 N. Perryville Road, Surprise. Free. The Oasis Swim Center, which opens on May 24, completes the picture and it's a water lover's dream come true. There's an Olympic-style 50-meter competition pool with racing lanes. There's also a recreational pool that has a walking channel and six slides, including ones that twist and spiral. Finally, there's the adventure pool where you can try climbing two rock walls or take a ride on the zipline. Cabanas and event spaces are available for rent. Here are the programs, hours and admission prices for the Oasis Swim Center: Open Swim: Noon-6 p.m. daily from May 24 through July 30 and Saturdays-Sundays from Aug. 2 through Aug. 31. $6 for Surprise residents 18 and older, $4 for residents 17 and younger, $8 for all nonresidents. Lap Swim: 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Mondays-Thursdays from May 26 through July 30 and Aug. 4-28. $6 for residents, $8 for nonresidents. Details: Seasonal hours and dates; check the city website. 12361 N. Perryville Road, Surprise. $4-$8. Summer movie deals: Get half-price movie tickets — if you know where to look. How to get the deal in AZ Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and She writes the latest news about video games, television and best things to do in metro Phoenix. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Rescue Oasis water park in Surprise: Splashy fun for all ages
