Vinesh Phogat suffers dehydration, disqualified

She has been hospitalised, reports state

Her hospitalisation underlines the stress she undergoes

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has reportedly been hospitalised in Paris due to dehydration, adding another layer of misfortune to her Olympic journey. Earlier, Phogat faced a crushing disqualification from the Paris Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women’s 50 kg freestyle final.

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Phogat had made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in the event. Her journey to the final was marked by determination and resilience, inspiring millions across India. However, in a cruel twist of fate, she was disqualified for being 100 grams over the weight limit, just hours before her scheduled match against USA’s Ann Sarah Hildebrant.

The news of her hospitalisation has further intensified the debate on social media. Supporters and critics alike have expressed their views, with many pointing out her recent protests against Brij Bhushan and questioning the timing of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s support.

Modi also consoled her saying, “Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India’s pride and an inspiration for each and every Indian. Today’s setback hurts. I wish words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing. At the same time, I know that you epitomise resilience.”

Phogat’s hospitalization highlights the physical and emotional toll of elite sports. As she recovers, her journey remains a poignant reminder of the highs and lows of athletic competition. The nation continues to rally behind her, hopeful for her swift recovery and future successes.