Logan Paul Admits to Spreading Misinformation About Controversial Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif: ‘I Might Be Guilty’

Logan Paul acknowledges spreading possible falsehoods about Olympic boxer Imane Khelif. Explore his latest tweet and join the heated debate now!

Published on Aug 02, 2024  |  12:45 PM IST |  132.6K
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Image Source: GETTY

Logan Paul just had a major oops moment. The internet’s favorite controversial figure has found himself in hot water again. Remember Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who knocked out her opponent in seconds? Paul had a lot to say about her, calling the situation "evil."

He even said a man was beating up a woman. But hold on, there’s a twist. Paul now says he might have spread fake news. Now, he concedes some points may have been off. But does he still stand by his views on gender in sports?

Imane Khelif, an Olympic boxer from Algeria, has been making headlines for controversial reasons. Known for her impressive boxing skills, Khelif's participation in the 2024 Paris Olympics has sparked intense debate. Previously disqualified from the 2023 IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships for failing a gender test, Khelif possesses XY chromosomes. Despite this, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) cleared her to compete in the women’s category.

Logan Paul initially accused Khelif of being a male competing against women. He tweeted, “This is the purest form of evil unfolding right before your eyes. A man was allowed to beat up a woman on a global stage, crushing her life's dream while fighting for her deceased father. This delusion must end.”

However, Paul has now admitted he might have spread misinformation. In a recent tweet, he wrote, “‼️ OOPSIES ‼️ I might be guilty of spreading misinformation along with the entirety of this app. Although she’s been previously disqualified for failing a ‘gender test’ and has XY chromosomes, some sources say Imane Khelif was born a biological woman. I stand by my sentiment that biological men should not compete against biological women in any sport, and if you disagree, you’re a sick f**k.”

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Khelif’s participation has also drawn criticism from professional female boxers like Ebanie Bridges and Claressa Shields. These champions have voiced their opposition to the IOC’s decision, arguing it creates an unfair playing field.

As Khelif progresses in the Olympics, the debate surrounding her participation continues. The conversation highlights the complexities of gender identity in sports and the need for clear regulations. With voices like Logan Paul and professional female boxers weighing in, the issue remains at the forefront of public discussion.

Jake Paul didn't just voice his shock; he took action. The controversy surrounding Angela Carini's tearful exit from her fight against Imane Khelif spurred Paul to offer Carini a chance to compete under fairer circumstances. From his platform on X, he expressed his dismay: "This is sickening. This is a travesty. Doesn't matter what you believe. This is wrong and dangerous."

Not stopping there, Paul extended an invitation to Carini: "To Angela Carini, although your dreams couldn't come true today because of the crazy agendas at play in our world at the moment, I would love to offer you to fight on an MVP undercard," referring to his Most Valuable Promotions. Paul's gesture highlights his commitment to what he views as integrity in the sport.

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What do you think about Logan Paul's comments and the broader issue of gender eligibility in sports?

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