Imane Khelif became the first Algerian, Arab, and African woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing at the Paris Olympics. Her achievement was even more noteworthy given accusations about her gender eligibility and subsequent online harassment fueled by misinformation highlighted issues of discrimination in sports. Her victory became a source of national pride for Algeria, sparking widespread celebrations across her home country, with public viewings of her matches and murals painted in her honour. Khelif’s triumph in the face of adversity has made her a powerful symbol of perseverance and a role model for aspiring athletes in Algeria and beyond.