Aziz Abdul, the grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, accused judges of racism following his disqualification in the heavyweight boxing quarter-final against England’s Damar Thomas at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Abdul claimed the decision was influenced by bias against him as a "black African."

However, officials overseeing the Games have refuted these allegations. Dr. Donald Rukare, head of Commonwealth Sport Uganda, stated there were no concerns regarding the fairness of the judging. He emphasized that the Games uphold non-discriminatory principles and treat all athletes equitably. “That was probably something said in the heat of the moment,” Dr. Rukare remarked, underscoring the commitment to inclusivity and fair competition.

Throughout the bout, Abdul was deducted points in every round, contributing to his loss. Judges' consistency in scoring has remained a broader challenge within the sport rather than evidence of corruption or bias. In response, World Boxing has implemented measures designed to mitigate potential partiality, including gathering extensive data on scoring patterns to guide judge selection and providing enhanced training for officials.

Claims of systemic bias against African competitors have also been challenged by the medal distribution at the Games. African nations secured multiple medals in boxing events, including three podium finishes for Namibia, two each for Lesotho and Zambia, and one for Ghana, ensuring at least eight medals across all men's and women's weight categories.

Abdul’s outspoken nature was evident prior to the event, where he referred to himself as the “baddest man in the Commonwealth” and expressed admiration for his grandfather, whose presidency in Uganda was marked by widespread human rights abuses and the deaths of an estimated 300,000 people. Despite the controversy, officials maintain that the judging process at the Commonwealth Games remains impartial and focused on fair competition.