Doha: Algeria’s Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has begun an intensive training camp at Aspire Academy in Qatar as she prepares for the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, UK. Khelif announced at a press conference that she will train at the Academy until March 29, utilizing its state-of-the-art facilities to refine her technique and enhance her endurance. The event was attended by senior officials, including Ahmed Anani, Vice Chairman and CEO of Kotinos – Aspire Sports Consulting, and Sheikh Fahad bin Khalid Al Thani, President of the Qatar Boxing Federation.

Aspire Academy, in collaboration with the Qatar Boxing Federation, is supporting Khelif’s training to help her surpass her previous silver medal at the 2022 World Championships in Istanbul. Ivan Bravo, Director General of Aspire Academy, expressed pride in hosting the champion, highlighting Qatar’s role as a global hub for elite athletes. Khelif, grateful for the opportunity, emphasized her commitment to representing Arab women in boxing and making the most of this unique training experience.

The Academy has a history of attracting top-tier athletes, with Polish hammer-thrower Anita Wlodarczyk and football giants Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich among past visitors. Khelif’s presence further reinforces Qatar’s growing reputation in the global sports arena, inspiring aspiring athletes with her dedication and pursuit of excellence.