After the scandals – boxing gets a new Olympic chance
Boxing should continue to be included in the Olympic Games programme, recommends the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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Green light for boxing federation - can save Olympic status
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) gives a preliminary green light to the new federation World Boxing – a decision that can save the sport's Olympic Games status. The IOC has previously cut all ties with the scandal-ridden IBA (International Boxing Federation), which has links to Russia's President Vladimir Putin.
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The International Olympic Committee's requirement for boxing: A gigantic challenge
Break with Iba, otherwise there will be no boxing in the Olympic Games in Los Angeles. This is an ultimatum that the IOC is now presenting to the national Olympic associations. But it's not certain that it will be enough. Many countries receive financial assistance from Iba, says Per-Axel Sjöholm.
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