Imane Khelif Takes Legal Action Over Gender Eligibility Controversy

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Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who won Olympic gold, is pursuing legal action against media reports regarding her gender eligibility and leaked medical records. Reports suggested she has XY chromosomes, igniting controversy after her victory at the Paris Games. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) stated that Khelif has competed in women's categories for years and expressed concern over the abuse she faces. Khelif has also filed a complaint in France for online harassment following the backlash from her Olympic performance.

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