Gennady Golovkin, renowned for his illustrious boxing career and notable trilogy with Mexican star Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez, has taken on a pivotal role as the president of the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan. This position underscores his commitment to boxing and its representation on an international stage, particularly as the sport's inclusion in the Olympic Games faces uncertainty.
The newly established Olympic Commission by World Boxing aims to ensure that boxing remains a vital component of the Olympic Movement. This international federation was created to advocate for boxing's interests within the Olympic framework, especially in light of recent challenges regarding its future participation in the Games due to disputes involving the International Boxing Association (IBA).
Under Golovkin's leadership, the Commission is dedicated to reinforcing boxing's presence in Olympic competitions and securing its future in the global sports arena. Golovkin emphasized the importance of preserving boxing as an Olympic sport, stating, 'This will be my top priority.' He expressed intentions to collaborate closely with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on issues related to boxing's commitment to Olympic values such as honesty, justice, and transparency.
As president of the World Boxing Olympic Commission, Golovkin's primary goal is to reinstate boxing in the program for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The Commission, which will diversify in the coming weeks, aims to promote the World Boxing Federation and ensure its financial sustainability.
Founded in April 2023, World Boxing encompasses 44 National Federations and held its inaugural meeting with the IOC in May 2024, aspiring to secure a robust future for boxing within the Olympic domain, offering hope to fans worldwide.