Angela Price's remarks on Olympics women's boxing sparks controversy

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Sam Jones
August 4, 2024 (2:57 PM)

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Recently, the sports world has been abuzz following a contentious incident at the 2024 Olympics involving Italian boxer Angela Carini and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif.

The controversy ignited when Carini withdrew from their match only 46 seconds in, under mysterious circumstances tied to allegations regarding Khelif's eligibility based on gender. Despite no formal accusations from Carini that Khelif was not a biological woman, revelations surfaced about Khelif failing a gender test in 2022, details of which remain undisclosed by the International Boxing Association. Nevertheless, Khelif was permitted to compete throughout 2022 and 2023, culminating in her participation in the 2024 Olympics.

Amidst this backdrop, Angela Price, wife of renowned NHL goaltender Carey Price, took to social media to express her thoughts on the matter, stirring significant public reaction. Superimposing her message on an edited image of Mike Tyson portrayed as a woman, Price remarked:

"That saying 'common sense isn't very common these days', a woman will never be able to compete at the same level as a man and I think it is heart breaking for these women born athletes, heartbreaking! Do you, dress and act however you like, but there are limits."

This statement has drawn criticism from many of Price's followers, who find her comments disappointing and insensitive given the complex nature of gender issues in sports.

Contrary to the controversy, Imane Khelif has always competed in women's boxing from a young age. Public records and multiple sources confirm her status as a cis-gender woman, making her legally and ethically eligible to compete in women's sports categories. It is important to note that being transgender is illegal in Algeria, which enforces strict laws on sexuality and identity, further supporting Khelif's identified gender.

A supporter of Khelif articulated frustration over the misinformation being spread, stating:

"Imane Khelif is a female-born woman fighter, she's perfectly eligible to compete in women's sports from a gender point of view. She's born a female, please do not belittle her achievement as a woman and call her a man. It's not right. This mass misinformation needs to stop."

In light of these facts, many find it ironic that Price would use the term "common sense" in her critique. The widespread support for Khelif underscores a consensus that she is unequivocally a woman, challenging the narrative pushed by some media outlets and figures looking to sensationalize the issue for controversy.

As the debate continues, it remains critical for the sports community to approach such sensitive topics with informed perspectives and respect for the individuals involved, ensuring that sportsmanship and integrity remain at the forefront of competition.

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