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"He's Been Seen Knocking People Out Pretty Badly"

Nebil Ibrahim challenged Olympic Games favorite Abdumalik Chalokov in the next round of the Olympic Games boxing. Despite the loss, he was proud of his performance. You've seen him hit people pretty hard, says Ibrahim.

» Updated: 07 October 2024, 23:56

» Published: 31 July 2024

"He's Been Seen Knocking People Out Pretty Badly"
Photo: Pontus Lundahl/TT

The judges' scores were clear 5–0, but didn't tell the whole story of the match.

Nebil Ibrahim was far from being without a chance against Abdumalik Chalokov, the reigning World Champion and gold favourite in the 57-kilo class.

Afterwards, he couldn't help but wonder how his Olympic Games debut could have ended with a different draw.

Sad. The goal was a medal. But I'm satisfied with my performance. I did my best, says Ibrahim.

To be eliminated by the one who will probably take the gold... is the one you should be eliminated by.

So what separates the 23-year-old Uppsala boxer from the best in the world?

The tactical ability he has, but I'm not there yet. But I'm not far from reaching it.

Nebil Ibrahim accepted the judges' assessment, but was irritated by one thing

He wanted to keep his distance. Then he starts wrestling. Then he (the referee) says "no wrestling" at least six times – but nothing happens.

When Ibrahim won in the first round against the Palestinian Wasim Abusal, it was the first Swedish Olympic victory in boxing since 2012.

Directly after the elimination in Paris, he began looking towards Los Angeles 2028.

Four years to go, then the draw won't matter. I could have beaten this guy if it was the right day, it wasn't far off. If I continue to develop, it can get exciting.

Corrected: In an earlier version, incorrect figures were stated in the result.

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