The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced Wednesday that Algerian Olympic gold medallist Imane Khelif is suing the media for allegedly leaked medical documents, according to AFP.
Khelif, 25, has XY, or male, chromosomes, according to stories in the French media this week.
Following Khelif’s quick victory against Angela Carini, who retired from their fight in tears, the gender discussion broke out during the August Olympics in Paris.
High-profile individuals, such as Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and “Harry Potter” author JK Rowling, responded to the controversy that the incident caused.
“We understand that Imane Khelif has taken legal action against individuals who commented on her situation during the Olympic Games Paris 2024, and is also preparing a lawsuit in response to the latest reporting,”
