Imane Khelif has secured a guaranteed bronze medal after a decisive victory in the women’s 66kg quarter-final at the Olympics. Her triumph was marked by an emotional outburst where she declared 'I am a woman!' This win comes amidst ongoing scrutiny over her gender eligibility, with the International Boxing Association (IBA) previously questioning her participation due to gender test results. The IOC has stepped in to address the controversy, affirming Khelif's eligibility and condemning the hate speech directed at her and fellow athlete Lin Yu-ting. Watch the full analysis of Khelif’s performance, the surrounding controversies, and the latest reactions from boxing authorities.
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Manu Bhaker, the 22-year-old Indian shooter, has qualified for the women's 25m pistol final at the Paris Olympics 2024, finishing second in qualifications with a score of 590-24x. Already holding two bronze medals from these Games, Bhaker aims for gold in Saturday's final. Her compatriot Esha Singh narrowly missed qualification. Hungary's Veronika Major led qualifications, setting a European record. Bhaker's strong performance in both precision and rapid rounds underscores India's rising prominence in Olympic shooting events.
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The EPP president called Hungary's decision to simplify its entry conditions for Russians "questionable" and warned of heightened risk of spies entering the bloc in a letter sent to European Council President Charles Michel.
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The heatwave in Europe raises the risk of fires, prompting the EU to activate its emergency mechanism for on-ground assistance. How does this mechanism work?
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