Imane Khelif, who has faced considerable criticism and scrutiny regarding her gender identity, is speaking out against those judgments. As an accomplished boxer, she has endured a great deal of negative attention and wishes for greater understanding and compassion to prevail.

At a recent press conference, this Olympic gold medalist shared how the ongoing discussion about her gender has often attempted to eclipse her phenomenal achievements in sports. For her, enough is enough.

Imane emphatically asserted her qualifications to participate in any international competition and affirmed her identity, stating, “I am a woman like any other woman.”

“I was born a woman, have lived as a woman all my life, and I compete as a woman. There should be no lingering doubt,” she continued passionately.

Imane takes pride in her consistent success in competitions, claiming victory honestly against her rivals. She urges others to cease the negative judgments and bullying, advocating for a world of less animosity and more empathy.

Looking to the future, she is determined to excel further in the boxing arena and vows to continue opposing any unfair treatment. “I have done no wrong, and every success I’ve achieved, I’ve earned!” she confidently stated.