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Imane Khelif’s Birth Certificate Presented As Evidence To Prove Her Real Gender

Birth certificate revealed amid explosive Olympics gender controversy.

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Imane Khelif’s father just did something shocking on live TV.

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Amid the raging Olympics gender controversy, he pulled out her birth certificate.

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Imane Khelif’s current standing in Olympics exposed.

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Khelif is already guaranteed a medal at the Paris Games.

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Tonight, she faces Janjam Suwannapheng in the semi-final.

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The prize? A coveted spot in the gold medal match-up.

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But it’s not just her skill that’s making headlines.

World Championship drama explained.

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Khelif was disqualified from last year’s World Championships.

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The reason? Failing gender eligibility tests.

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This decision has ignited a fierce debate.

Champion’s defense detailed.

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Former Olympian and current world champion, Skye Nicolson, has her back.

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Nicolson passionately defended Khelif on social media.

Fighter speaks out on recent controversy!

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The Algerian fighter herself has also spoken out.

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“I send a message to all the people of the world,” she said.

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She urged everyone to uphold Olympic principles and the Olympic Charter.

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“Refrain from bullying all athletes,” she pleaded.

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Khelif warned of the massive effects of such actions.

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“It can destroy people, it can kill people’s thoughts, spirit, and mind.”

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She stressed the importance of unity.

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But Khelif’s father, Omar, took things to the next level.

Live TV appearance exposed.

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Appearing on French TV station BFMTV, he made his case clear.

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“My child is a girl,” he declared.

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“She was raised as a girl. She is a strong girl.”

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Omar emphasized her hard work and bravery.

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“She has a strong will to work and train,” he added.

Omar addresses opponent’s withdrawal.

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Addressing her opponent Angela Carini’s withdrawal, Omar didn’t hold back.

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“The Italian opponent was simply not able to beat my daughter,” he said.

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“Because my daughter was stronger and she was too weak.”

Omar presents proof live on air!

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Then came the dramatic reveal: Omar showed her birth certificate on air.

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“She is a woman, we have all the evidence,” he asserted.

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The birth certificate was meant to put an end to the controversy.

Semi-final anticipation builds.

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As the semi-final approaches, all eyes are on Khelif.

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Will she silence her critics with a victory?

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The outcome of tonight’s bout could be historic.