Janjaem Suwannapheng Falls to Imane Khelif in Women's 66kg Semifinal at Paris 2024

In a highly anticipated match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand faced off against Algeria's Imane Khelif in the Women's 66kg boxing semifinal held at the iconic Roland-Garros Stadium.

The match took place on August 6, 2024, and was marked by intense competition. Khelif, who entered the ring as the fifth seed, displayed exceptional skill and strategy throughout the bout. Judges awarded her a decisive victory, scoring 5 points compared to Suwannapheng's 0.

Khelif's performance was particularly notable in the final rounds, where she showcased her boxing prowess, dominating the judges’ scorecards with all five judges ranking her first. In contrast, Suwannapheng, seeded eighth, struggled to find her rhythm, ultimately leading to her defeat. Her efforts throughout the match were commendable, but Khelif's consistent scoring sealed the outcome.

The match was officiated by a team of judges from various countries, ensuring a fair and professional assessment of the fighters. Shawn Reese from the USA served as the referee, while judges included Lee Innes from Great Britain, Emerson Alejandro Pastor Arreaga from Guatemala, Abderrazzak Mouhni from France, Pavel Pavlov from Bulgaria, and Jeffery Verhoeven from Canada.

With this victory, Imane Khelif advances to the finals, where she will compete for the gold medal. Meanwhile, Janjaem Suwannapheng will continue to represent Thailand with pride, as she has shown remarkable talent and determination throughout the tournament. The boxing events at Paris 2024 continue to captivate audiences around the world, showcasing the best of athleticism and sportsmanship.