A complete list of pros boxing at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Professional boxers are allowed to compete in the Olympics primarily due to a rule change implemented in 2016 by the International Boxing Association (AIBA). The first notable professional to compete was former titleholder Hassan N’Dam, who not only failed to medal but also lost his opening fight. The decision marked a departure from the amateur-only Olympics policy that had been in place for more than a century.

The change has sparked debate about fairness in boxing – which a cynic might identify as an oxymoron. In boxing, fairness often hinges on drawing power at the box office or leverage in negotiations rather than merit in competition. Traditionally, the Olympics represented the pinnacle of amateur achievement, but in 2024 at least one professional fighter, featuring varying skill levels, can be found in each division.

Among the most notable professionals is IBF women’s lightweight titleholder Beatriz Ferreira. Also returning are 2020 Olympic gold medalist Bakhodir Jalolov and 2016 gold medalist Hasanboy Dusmatov, both now established professionals. The lines have been blurred, and while the future of professional boxers in the Olympics remains uncertain, so too is the future of the sport itself.

What follows is a list of every professional boxer competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics:

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Hasanboy Dusmatov, Uzbekistan