Cholmi Pang Dominates in Women's 54kg Boxing Prelims, Defeats Nigina Uktamova

In an electrifying match at the North Paris Arena on July 30, 2024, Cholmi Pang from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea faced off against Nigina Uktamova from Uzbekistan in the Women's 54kg - Prelims - Round of 16. The bout, part of the highly anticipated boxing events at the Paris 2024 Olympics, showcased exceptional skill and determination from both athletes.

Cholmi Pang, seeded 4th in the tournament, demonstrated her prowess throughout the match. She secured victory with a score of 5 points to 0, defeating Uktamova decisively. The judges unanimously awarded Pang the win, with each giving her a score of 30, reflecting her dominance in the ring. Uktamova, despite her efforts, was unable to land any points, resulting in a loss that saw her exit the competition.

The match began at 16:50 local time, with Pang quickly taking control. The refereeing was handled by Abderrazzak Mouhni from France, supported by a panel of esteemed judges from Argentina, the Philippines, the Netherlands, Mongolia, and the USA. Their collective experience ensured a fair and rigorous assessment of the bout.

Pang’s victory not only advances her to the quarter-finals but also highlights the emerging talent in women's boxing, particularly from the DPR Korea. Uktamova, born on June 14, 2003, continues to be a promising athlete for Uzbekistan despite this setback, and her journey in the sport is far from over.

As the Olympic boxing events continue, all eyes will be on Pang as she prepares for her next challenge in pursuit of Olympic glory. With the finals approaching, the excitement around women's boxing is at an all-time high, and fans are eager to see who will ultimately rise to the occasion in Paris.