Imane Khelif receives four votes for AP Female Athlete of the Year award

Imane Khelif, an Algerian boxer, received four votes for the Associated Press's Female Athlete of the Year award. Caitlin Clark won the award with 35 votes, while Simone Biles came in second with 25 votes. Khelif's participation in women's boxing has been controversial due to previous gender eligibility issues. She was disqualified from the 2023 championships but later won gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics without losing a round. The International Olympic Committee defended Khelif and another athlete, stating they were unfairly disqualified by the International Boxing Association. Khelif's situation has drawn significant attention, making her the most Googled athlete of the year.