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Bach defends Khelif and Lin competing in Olympics

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International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach defends boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting competing at Paris 2024.
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IOC Chief Defends Boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Caught In Gender Row, Calls it 'Politically Motivated’ 03:01

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach has strongly defended the participation of boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting in the Paris 2024 Olympics amidst a heated gender debate. Bach's comments come as the IOC faces scrutiny over the eligibility of these athletes, who have been at...

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