Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification To Imane Khelif's Gender Row: Top 5 Biggest Controversies Of Paris Olympics 2024
The Paris Olympics 2024 was not without its share of controversies. Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification for being overweight cast a shadow over her performance, while Imane Khelif's gender row sparked widespread debate. Other major issues included alleged bias in judging, concerns over athlete safety, and questions about doping regulations. Scroll down to check 5 biggest controversies of Paris Olympics 2024.
Vinesh Phogat Disqualification
Imane Khelif Gender Row
Tom Craig Cocaine Controversy
Swimmer Luana Alonso's Exclusion For Being Too Pretty
Opening Ceremony Controversy
The first-ever Olympic Ceremony held on the Seine River, instead of inside a stadium, was quite memorable. However, it sparked controversy when a parody of Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural, 'The Last Supper,' was brought to life. The organizers hired drag queens to play the characters, and LGBTQ+ icon Barbara Butch was part of the act. This decision led to significant discussion, and the IOC later labeled it a 'human error.'