The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has recommended that boxing be included in the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics, marking a significant development after years of uncertainty about the sport's Olympic status. This follows the IOC's provisional recognition of World Boxing, which is essential for facilitating the sport's reentry into future games. The IOC had previously taken charge of the boxing competitions for the Paris 2024 Games after it stripped the International Boxing Association of its recognition in 2023, due to inadequate reforms in governance and finance within the organization.
The International Olympic Committee's executive board has recommended including boxing in the Los Angeles 2028 summer Olympics, concluding a prolonged uncertainty surrounding the sport's Olympic future.
The IOC's provisional recognition of World Boxing marks a significant advancement towards reestablishing the sport's status in upcoming Olympic events.
Following the stripping of the International Boxing Association's recognition in 2023, the IOC has taken over authority for boxing competitions, as seen in Paris 2024.
The recommendation puts an end to ongoing debates and discussion within the Olympic community about boxing's place in future games.
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