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Boxer who failed gender test at world championships wins Olympic bout in 46 seconds after opponent quits

Sky News Thursday, 1 August 2024
Boxer who failed gender test at world championships wins Olympic bout in 46 seconds after opponent quitsA boxer who was previously banned from competing in the world championships because she failed testosterone and gender eligibility tests has won her opening Olympic bout after her opponent quit.
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