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Imane Khelif Discloses Hormone Therapy, Confirms SRY Gene in Bid to Keep Competing

She says she has sent her medical file to World Boxing, awaiting a response.

Overview

  • The Algerian Olympic champion says she lowered her testosterone to zero for the Dakar qualifier before winning Paris 2024 gold at -66 kg.
  • She denies being transgender after accusations amplified by President Donald Trump, Elon Musk and J.K. Rowling.
  • Khelif confirms she carries the SRY gene located on the Y chromosome and says her care is overseen by physicians.
  • World Boxing barred her from last year’s Eindhoven tournament after introducing a chromosomal test she had not taken.
  • She says she has submitted hormone results and medical records and is prepared for required genetic testing as she awaits a French professional license and aims for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.