Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold medal by unanimous decision

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won the gold medal in the women’s 66-kilogram division at the 2024 Paris Olympics Friday, defeating the reigning welterweight world champion, Yang Liu of China. 

Khelif was awarded the top spot on the podium after winning the three-round bout by unanimous decision. 

Khelif took the first round on all five cards, appearing to win the judges over in the final moments with a combination of punches. Despite a slow start from both boxers in the first round, Khelif came out swinging and had Yang on the ropes almost immediately. 

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