Brief Match Ends Abruptly
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif’s women’s 66kg match against Angela Carini was terminated after just 46 seconds. Carini, experiencing pain in her nose, went to her corner and decided not to continue.
Controversy Surrounding Khelif
The fight was particularly notable due to controversy surrounding Khelif. She was disqualified from the World Boxing Championships in New Delhi last year for failing to meet gender eligibility criteria but was later cleared to compete in the Olympics.
Post-Fight Reactions
During the brief bout, Khelif landed several effective shots. Carini, visibly distressed, was seen in tears after the fight. Her coach reported that she expressed a strong desire to stop fighting due to the pain.
