In an unexpected plot twist more dramatic than a surprise heel turn, WWE star Logan Paul is once again the center of attention, and not for his wrestling prowess. While gearing up for his hometown SummerSlam showdown in Cleveland, Ohio, where he’s set to defend the WWE US Title against LA Knight, Paul decided to practice his finger exercises on social media with some eyebrow-raising commentary about Olympic boxer Imane Khelif.
This morning, on the platform formerly known as Twitter (X marks the spot, I guess), Paul unleashed a verbal chair shot. He dubbed Khelif a “man” and called her victory over Angela Carini “the purest form of evil unfolding right before your eyes.” According to Paul, Khelif was allowed to “beat up a woman on a global stage,” ending his rant with the dramatic decree that “the delusion must end.”
For those keeping score, Khelif, hailing from Algeria, faced a hiccup earlier this year when a gender eligibility test barred her from the 2023 IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships. However, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) gave her the green light for the 2024 games and even issued a statement of support on Thursday. Several reports also mentioned Differences of Sexual Development (DSD), but it remains unclear if Khelif has any such condition.
Paul’s tweet, restricted so only the chosen ones could reply, didn’t dodge the criticism. Fans, always ready for a good Twitter rumble, quoted his tweet faster than a rapid-fire punch combo. Fellow WWE star Isla Dawn also stepped into the digital ring, expressing confusion over the “constantly moving goalposts for womanhood.” She called out the media illiteracy and asked folks to keep their transphobic hot takes to themselves. For those who thought Dawn might be gunning for Paul, she later clarified that her comments weren’t directed at a single individual.
Stay tuned, folks. With Logan Paul, you never know what’s coming next – just like in a good ol’ fashioned WWE match. And remember, in the world of social media, sometimes it’s best to tap out before hitting send.