An Algerian boxer competing in the Paris Olympics found herself at the center of a gender eligibility controversy, but managed to secure a victory in her first match against an Italian opponent. Imane Khelif, representing Algeria, faced off against Angela Carini from Italy and emerged victorious in just 46 seconds on Thursday.
The match took a surprising turn when Carini decided to abandon the fight after being struck twice in the face by Khelif. Carini made two visits to her corner during the bout, once to adjust her headgear and the second time to signal to her coaches that she could not continue.
