Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif will not compete in the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto. Khelif revealed she was surprised to even be listed on the Algerian delegation, stating she never received an official invitation. Despite being announced as a participant, no convocation was ever sent to the athlete. This unexpected absence raises questions about the selection process for the Algerian team. Khelif’s statement indicates a potential oversight or miscommunication within the sports administration. The news was first reported by TSA, a local news source. This situation casts a shadow over Algeria's preparations for the Games.