Angela Carini Abandons Olympic Boxing Match After Devastating Blow

Italian Boxer Suffers Early Exit in Round of 16

Paris Olympics 2024

Italian boxer Angela Carini's Olympic journey came to an abrupt end after she abandoned her Round of 16 bout against Algeria's Imane Khelif just 46 seconds into the first round. The incident occurred during the 66 kg preliminary fight, leaving spectators and commentators alike stunned.

Carini, who had entered the Paris Olympics with aspirations of honoring her late father with a medal, found herself on the receiving end of a powerful punch from Khelif early in the match. The impact of the blow visibly shook Carini, and after a brief pause, she signaled to the referee that she was unable to continue.

The sudden withdrawal raised questions about Carini's motivation and preparation for the event. According to Carini, she had never experienced such a powerful punch in her boxing career. The incident also sparked discussions about gender issues in boxing, with World Boxing boss Boris Van Der Vorst acknowledging the need to address concerns raised by female boxers.

Carini's departure from the Olympics leaves a void in the Italian team and raises questions about the future of female boxing in the country. Meanwhile, Khelif advances to the next round of the competition, where she will face a formidable opponent in her quest for an Olympic medal.