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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who has been in great form since entering the 2024 Olympics in the 66kg category, will try to win the first Algerian women’s boxing gold medal in Paris on Friday evening, when her compatriot Mohamed Yasser Triki will be aiming for a podium finish in the very difficult triple jump event.
In her first Olympic final, scheduled for 9:50 pm (Algeria time) at Roland Garros, the 25-year-old Algerian, who embodies courage and perseverance in the ring, will challenge experienced Chinese boxer Yang Liya (32), setting up a thrilling showdown between two of the best boxers on the international stage.
Khalif, who confirmed her clear dominance since the start of the 2024 Olympic Women’s Boxing Championships and supported by a public totally dedicated to her cause, did not leave any chances to her opponent in the first round. Thus, she will be a favorite in the final, after a unanimous decision by the judges, with three consecutive wins, against Angela Carini of Italy, who was eliminated in the round of 16, and Luca Anna Hamori of Hungary, who was eliminated in the quarter-finals (5-0), which ended up being won by Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand with the same score in the semi-finals.
“Like all athletes competing in the Olympics, I came to Paris with only one goal: the gold medal. I hope I can live up to the expectations in Friday’s final and bring more joy to all Algerians and my supporters around the world,” she told APS after her semifinal.
He then added: “I am sure that this Olympic title battle will be at a very high level. We will prepare for this final with my team to achieve our goal for three years.”
In the other corner of the ring was Liu Yang, a formidable 32-year-old boxer known for her power and precision. With her vast experience and impressive record, Liu Shishi also dominated the preliminary rounds, including a semifinal against Taiwan’s Chen Nien-jen, which she won 4-1.
As such, the fight promises to be a confrontation of styles. Khalif possesses agility and the ability to dodge blows, while Liu is known for his raw power and aggressiveness. This face-off will be a true test of resistance and strategy, and every mistake could be costly.
Aserandisme: Triki takes a place on the triple jump podium
In athletics, Algerian long jumper Mohamed Yasser Triki will aim to finish on the podium in the very tough triple jump competition, which is scheduled to take place at the Stade de France on Friday evening at 7:15 pm (Algeria time).
Triki (25) was selected in Group A of the qualifying rounds held on Wednesday evening and made it to the finals with his second high jump of 16.85 m, finishing ninth overall, ahead of Portugal’s Pedro Pichardo (17.44 m).
“I remain confident that I can do better in Friday’s final, and the goal now is to rest well and be mentally prepared for D-Day,” assured the flag-bearer of the Algerian delegation at the opening ceremony. As for his plans for the 2024 Olympics, the man from Constantine said that his initial goal is to be in the top eight after the first three jumps in order to benefit from the three new trials, ensuring that he remains determined to do everything he can to win a medal in Paris.
“This has been the best season of my career, including the World Indoor Vice-Champion title. I approach this final with a good spirit and high morale,” concluded the Algerian record holder (17.43 m), whose best performance of the season was measured at the World Championships in Glasgow last March (17.35 m).
The 14th day of the 2024 Olympics will also see the progress of the 800m semi-finals, in which two Algerian athletes will participate: Djamel Sedjati and Mohamed Ali Gouaned.
Sedjati, the best performer of 2024 (1:41.46) and one of the favorites for the Olympic title, will compete in the first race scheduled for 10:30 a.m. (Algeria time), while Gouaned was eliminated in the second half to compete alongside the reigning world champion, Canadian Marco Arop.
The top two finishers in each of the three semi-finals plus the next two best finishers will qualify for the finals.
With two days left until the 2024 Olympics, Algeria has 46 athletes in 15 events and ranks 51st in the medal table thanks to gymnast Kaylia Nemour’s gold medal in the asymmetrical bars event.
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