In the lead-up to the Paris 2024 Olympics, tensions have escalated between Hungarian boxer Anna Luca Hamori and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif. Hamori has been accused of spreading racist sentiments through her social media platforms, specifically targeting Khelif, which has sparked outrage among fans and supporters. The calls for her disqualification have intensified as the fight approached, highlighting the issues of racism and gender-based violence in sports.

The controversy ignited when Hamori shared an inflammatory image created using artificial intelligence, depicting her in a ring against a much larger, horned man, with the caption 'Paris 2024'. This was interpreted as a mocking representation of Khelif ahead of their bout, which is scheduled for August 3. Additionally, Hamori posted another image of herself suggesting that she would fight a 'male boxer', further fueling criticism and allegations of promoting negative and prejudiced narratives against her opponent.

In response, the Algerian Football Club and other supporters rushed to condemn Hamori's actions by tagging the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in their complaints. This situation underscores the broader implications of racism and discrimination in sports, especially as the world anticipates a significant international event like the Olympics. The call for unity against hate speech and racism in sports echoes the sentiments of many advocating for a more inclusive and respectful sporting environment.