Jalolov won his second consecutive Olympic gold medal

Andrew Karlov Aug. 11, 2024, 11:48 a.m.
Bakhodir Jalolov. Getty Images

After the victory, Zhalolov stated that it was his dream to become a two-time Olympic gold medalist and that now that he has done so, he will resume his professional career. In his last professional fight, which took place in November 2023, Zhalolov defeated Chris Thompson of South Africa.

Uzbek fighters dominated the 2024 Olympic boxing competition, winning five of a possible seven gold medals. Cuba and Ukraine took the other two golds.

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