Dusmatov Wins Olympic Gold in Boxing
- Hasanboy Dusmatov secured a gold medal in Olympic boxing, celebrated by raising two fingers in victory.
- His triumph adds to Uzbekistan's achievements in the world of sports.
- The event took place during the Paris Olympics, showcasing competitive spirit and excellence.
In a thrilling display of athleticism, the Olympic boxing scene is heating up as fighters from various countries vie for gold medals. Notably, the Chinese team has secured a spot in each of the four remaining gold-medal bouts. Chang Yuan of China made headlines by overpowering Turkey's Hatice Akbas, clinching her first Olympic gold medal in a decisive match. Li Qian of China also advanced to the gold-medal match in the women's 75-kilogram division after a hard-fought semifinal against Australia's Caitlin Parker. Li, who previously earned a silver medal at the Tokyo Games, showcased her resilience by winning the final two rounds after a challenging start. Parker, who has made history as the first Australian woman to compete in two Olympics, expressed her deep desire for gold, stating it has been her motivation for years. Uzbekistan's Abdumalik Khalokov continued his country's strong performance by securing a place in the gold-medal bout with a commanding 5:0 victory over Australia's Charlie Senior in the men's 57-kilogram semifinals. Khalokov, a reigning world champion, will face Kyrgyzstan's Munarbek Seiitbek Uulu, who advanced after a 4:1 decision over Bulgaria's Javier Ibanez Diaz. Despite the loss, Senior reflected positively on the experience, emphasizing the camaraderie shared in the ring.