I'd like to clarify the origin of the accusations against #ImaneKhelif because I don't think most people realize where they came from. The vitriolic mix of of misogynist, transphobic and racist insults against the Algerian athlete started days before the match, largely on Italian papers belonging to far-right politicians and businessmen. Here's a few examples from late July (English translation of the titles is in the alt text). 1/8
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Gabriele Svelto (gabrielesvelto@fosstodon.org)'s status on Sunday, 04-Aug-2024 03:12:18 JST Gabriele Svelto
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Kit Rhett Aultman (roadriverrail@signs.codes)'s status on Monday, 05-Aug-2024 04:38:44 JST Kit Rhett Aultman
@gabrielesvelto Good word. This should be plastered all over every sporting news outlet.
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