Although Khelif’s journey to the Olympics has been full with obstacles, she has successfully shown that she is a formidable opponent.
Boxing fans in Algeria and outside have fallen in love with Khelif because of her strong physique and unwavering fighting spirit.
She was supposed to be a major contender for a medal, thus her absence from the 2028 Games will undoubtedly leave a hole in the competition.
Wider collaboration over the evolving relationship between professional athletes and the Olympic Games has also been generated by the ban.
The eligibility of professional athletes in traditionally amateur Olympic sports has been the subject of intense debate in recent years, and Khelif’s case may reignite these discussions.
The international sports community will be keenly monitoring Khelif and her team’s preparation for this match to see how things turn out.
It remains to be seen whether the appeal will be successful, but one thing is certain: if this baÿ stands, the boxing world will miss a significant story in 2028.
Imaÿe Khelif will now face a challenge, but her supporters remain hopeful that she will have another chance to participate on the Olympic stage. The battle is far from ended, both within and outside the ritig.
