Imane Khelif was welcomed home in Algeria with an open-topped bus parade after being granted the honorary title of major in the Algerian army. Following her Olympic gold medal win, Khelif faced significant scrutiny due to past disqualifications for failing gender tests, but she proudly fought as a female athlete and succeeded at the Olympics despite the controversy surrounding her gender verification.
Lin Yu-ting was celebrated in Taiwan with a lavish banquet after her Olympic success, becoming a national icon amidst debates about gender eligibility in sports. Taiwan's president honored her, highlighting the nation's support for athletes amidst concerns over fairness in competition. Like Khelif, Lin overcame previous disqualification pertaining to gender tests, showcasing resilience in a complex sports landscape.
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