Vinesh Phogat disqualified from contesting

An excess of 100 gms weighed against her!

Nation, including PM Modi, left is shock and despair!

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat faced heartbreaking news today as she was disqualified from the Paris Olympics wrestling competition after failing to make weight ahead of her 50kg final against USA’s Sarah Hildebrandt. Reports indicate that Phogat missed the weight limit by a few grams, resulting in her elimination and leaving her without a medal at these Games.

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This incident marks yet another chapter in Vinesh Phogat’s tumultuous Olympic journey, which has been filled with both hopes and setbacks. Despite the attention on her and other wrestlers’ protest against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, Phogat’s path to the Paris 2024 Olympics has been fraught with numerous challenges.

Phogat’s Olympic debut at Rio 2016 was marked by trauma and tears. Considered a medal favorite, she began her campaign with a commanding win by technical superiority, scoring 11-0. However, her quarterfinal match against China’s Sun Yanan ended in disaster when an accidental fall by her opponent resulted in a severe injury. Phogat was carried off the mat on a stretcher, having suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in her right knee, necessitating surgery.

The recovery from her ACL injury took five months of intensive rehabilitation. Phogat made a competitive return in 2018, showcasing her resilience and determination. Despite these efforts, her disqualification from the Paris 2024 final is a significant setback.

Phogat’s journey remains a poignant reminder of the highs and lows of an athlete’s career. As she navigates this latest setback, her resilience continues to inspire countless fans and aspiring athletes worldwide.