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The disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics has not only stunned the nation but also ignited a heated debate on social media. Phogat was disqualified for being 100 grams over the weight limit for her 50 kg gold medal bout, a development that dashed her hopes of winning an Olympic gold.
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Social media platforms have been buzzing with divided opinions on the issue. Several users highlighted Phogat's involvement in the protests against Brij Bhushan, questioning why Prime Minister Narendra Modi remained silent during her matches but tweeted immediately after her disqualification.
One user pointed out, "Narendra Modi was silent and refused to call @Phogat_Vinesh or show appreciation like he did for others when she won match after match. There were no tweets even after she reached the finals. But he tweeted minutes after her disqualification."
Narendra Modi was silent and refused to call .@Phogat_Vinesh or show appreciation like he did for others when she won match after match.
There were no tweets even after she reached the finals. But he tweeted minutes after her disqualification.
Just wow. pic.twitter.com/w6enwr1Amx
— أمينة Amina (@AminaaKausar) August 7, 2024
In his tweet, Prime Minister Modi expressed his support and admiration for Phogat. "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."
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. It has always…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)
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. It has always…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 7, 2024
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Phogat’s journey to the finals had been a remarkable one, marking her as the first Indian female wrestler to reach an Olympic final. The disqualification, however, underscores the stringent regulations of weight management in wrestling and has left the nation divided in its reaction.
As the debate continues, Phogat’s resilience and determination remain a source of inspiration, reminding everyone of the highs and lows faced by athletes at the highest levels of competition.
