Türkiye's Busenaz Sürmeneli punches her way into Olympics quarters
Poland's Aneta Rygielska (L) takes a punch from Türkiye's Busenaz Sürmeneli in the women's 66 kg. preliminaries round of 16 boxing match during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the North Paris Arena, Villepinte, France, Aug. 1, 2024. (AFP Photo)


Turkish boxing star Busenaz Sürmeneli advanced to the quarterfinals of the women's 66 kg. division at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering a dominant 4-1 victory over Poland’s Aneta Rygielska.

The bout took place at North Paris Arena, with Sürmeneli, the reigning Olympic champion, showcasing her prowess in a decisive performance.

She will next face Thailand's Janjaem Suwannapheng in the quarterfinals on Saturday.