The IOC General Assembly's recent unanimous vote to recognize World Boxing as the governing body for Olympic boxing marks a significant milestone for the sport, ensuring its inclusion in the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Games. This decision comes after years of turmoil tied to the International Boxing Association (IBA) facing corruption allegations and losing Olympic rights. Michael Muller from the German Boxing Association highlighted this decision as a necessary step for planning security, emphasizing collaborative efforts required to secure final recognition as the international federation for Olympic boxing.
This unanimous vote provides national federations and Olympic committees with much needed planning security until the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
The IOC has made it clear that boxing will only remain an Olympic sport at the 2028 Games if a new world federation organizes competitions.
World Boxing achieves recognition after leadership issues plagued the sport's reputation, allowing the IOC to regain control and ensure fair competition.
This decision marks a crucial step toward ensuring that Olympic boxing retains its prestigious status amid ongoing controversies surrounding the previous governing body.
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