National boxer Gizem Özer was disqualified from the World Boxing Championship.

National boxer Gizem Özer was disqualified from the World Boxing Championship.

09.09.2025 20:45

National boxer Gizem Özer was disqualified from the World Boxing Championship due to a cold sore on her lip, as a precautionary health measure.

```html

The World Boxing Championship, held in England from September 4 to 14, is ongoing.



DISQUALIFIED DUE TO COLD SORE



National athlete Gizem Özer was disqualified due to a cold sore on her lip as a precautionary health measure.



POTENTIAL CONTAGIOUS COLD SORE



During routine health checks before the round of 16, the responsible doctors, who did not allow Gizem Özer to enter the ring, made the decision to not let the national athlete compete after necessary checks under the article in the health regulations of World Boxing stating, "The athlete is disqualified due to the potential risk of contagious cold sores and bacterial infections on the skin to prevent the spread of illness to other athletes."



TWO OTHER BOXERS DISQUALIFIED



Additionally, two other boxers were also disqualified on the same day for the same reason and were not allowed to enter the ring.



```

In order to provide you with a better service, we position cookies on our site. Your personal data is collected and processed within the scope of KVKK and GDPR. For detailed information, you can review our Data Policy / Disclosure Text. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.', '