Her words struck a chord throughout the globe, bringing attention to the difficulties many female athletes have in being accepted for who they are,
Especially in a sport like boxing that has historically been controlled by males. It wasn’t an easy road to gold for Khelif.
She was under tremendous pressure to overcome the unfair prejudices and preconceptions that many female athletes encounter in addition to proving herself athletically.
Khelif saw this victory as more than simply a medal; it was an affirmation of who she was and her freedom to play her sport without unwarranted criticism.
