Imane Khelif is an Algerian amateur boxer. She has represented her country in two Summer Olympic Games: the 2020 Games in Tokyo and the 2024 Games in Paris.
Imane Khelif was born in May 1999.
Imane Khelif participated in the 2018 AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships, finishing 17th after being eliminated in the first round.
In 2019, Imane Khelif again competed in the AIBA Women's World Boxing Championships, finishing 33rd after being eliminated in the first round.
Imane Khelif represented Algeria at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo in the women's lightweight event.
Imane Khelif was defeated by Ireland's Kellie Harrington in the quarterfinals of the women's lightweight event at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
In 2022, Imane Khelif became the first Algerian female boxer to reach the final of the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships, ultimately finishing as the runner-up.
Imane Khelif was disqualified from the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships in March 2023 shortly before the final bout due to failing to meet eligibility criteria related to testosterone levels.
Imane Khelif was appointed as a UNICEF national ambassador in January 2024.
Imane Khelif represented Algeria at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
In 2024, the IBA stated that Imane Khelif's disqualification was based on a separate, confidential test that determined she possessed a competitive advantage over other female competitors.
The IOC, using different rules than the IBA, cleared Imane Khelif to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, stating she met all eligibility and medical regulations.
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