Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024
3 days, 5 hours ago

Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024

India TV News  

India's men's team T20 World Cup win, Gukesh becoming the world champion in Chess beating Ding Liren, Neeraj Chopra continuing to shine at the Olympics bagging a silver medal in Javelin throw, Indian Men's hockey team securing their second consecutive bronze at the Olympics. Indian sports experienced countless of highs in 2024 as the country took a step forward in terms of rising to compete against the top countries across the world. Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the final at Paris Olympics A potential gold was snatched from Vinesh Phogat's hands at the Paris Olympics earlier this year after she weighed 100 grams overweight in her category. Antim Panghal deported home from the Paris Olympics Fresh off Vinesh Phogat's controversy, Antim Panghal just added more embarrassment for India as she was deported from Paris with immediate effect for disciplinary breach.

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Sakshi Malik's Insights on Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification: A Deep Dive into the UWW Rules and the Olympic Debate
2 months ago

Sakshi Malik's Insights on Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification: A Deep Dive into the UWW Rules and the Olympic Debate

India Today  

Sakshi Malik reflects on Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics disqualification, emphasizing that the strict rules of UWW, which allow only 10 grams of excess weight, were applied in her case. She argues that Phogat's disqualification was justified within the regulatory framework of the sport, as it was a case of a close call and a last-minute disqualification. Despite her support for …

In Frames: Vinesh Phogat’s endless bout
3 months, 4 weeks ago

In Frames: Vinesh Phogat’s endless bout

The Hindu  

Growing up in Balali, a small village some 100 kilometres from Delhi, Vinesh Phogat could scarcely have imagined that she would one day be on the world stage. Travails off the mat: Vinesh and fellow wrestler Sangeeta Phogat struggle after being detained by security personnel near the Wrestling Federation of India chief’s residence in New Delhi during a protest in …

No Wrongdoing By Vinesh Phogat, Consequences For Wrestlers Failing Second Weigh-In Are "Draconian": CAS
4 months ago

No Wrongdoing By Vinesh Phogat, Consequences For Wrestlers Failing Second Weigh-In Are "Draconian": CAS

Live Law  

The Court of Arbitration for Sport's sole arbitrator while denying Vinesh Phogat a joint-silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, has expressed that the Indian wrestler did not commit any indiscretion leading to her disqualification. Phogat was disqualified after failing to qualify for her weigh-in on the second day, before her gold-medal match, measuring in at 100 grams above her …

Vinesh Phogat Returns to India, Grand & Emotional Welcome Post Paris Olympics Setback | ABP News
4 months ago

Vinesh Phogat Returns to India, Grand & Emotional Welcome Post Paris Olympics Setback | ABP News

ABP News  

India's star wrestler Vinesh Phogat has returned to India, landing at Delhi Airport around 11 a.m. Following her journey to the finals at the Paris Olympics without securing a medal, Vinesh's disappointment was evident. Despite not winning a medal, Vinesh captured the hearts of many Indians, reflected in the grand reception she received at the airport. Vinesh competed in the …

Vinesh Phogat Returns to India, Emotional Welcome After Paris Olympics 2024 | ABP News
4 months ago

Vinesh Phogat Returns to India, Emotional Welcome After Paris Olympics 2024 | ABP News

ABP News  

India's star wrestler Vinesh Phogat has returned to India, landing at Delhi Airport around 11 a.m. Following her journey to the finals at the Paris Olympics without securing a medal, Vinesh's disappointment was evident. Despite not winning a medal, Vinesh captured the hearts of many Indians, reflected in the grand reception she received at the airport. Vinesh competed in the …

PM Modi Calls Vinesh Phogat 'Desh Ki Beti', Hails Her Feat At Paris Olympics 'Historic'
4 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi Calls Vinesh Phogat 'Desh Ki Beti', Hails Her Feat At Paris Olympics 'Historic'

ABP News  

PM Modi on Vinesh Phogat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day, gave a wonderful speech to the Indian contingent who participated at the recently-concluded Paris Olympics 2024 from his residence in New Delhi. Here is the clip where PM Modi Praises Vinesh Phogat: VIDEO | "Vinesh became the first Indian to reach the wrestling …

Vinesh Phogat missing medal at Paris Olympics 'painful': Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat missing medal at Paris Olympics 'painful': Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann

Firstpost  

Bhagwant Mann emphasised that onus of the athletes maintaining weight under the norms should be on coaches and staff Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said it is painful that wrestler Vinesh Phogat missed a medal at the Paris Olympics after she was disqualified for being 100 grammes overweight before her final. Mann emphasised that onus of the athletes maintaining weight …

Vinesh Phogat's appeal for Olympic silver medal dismissed, devastated fans call it 'dark day for Indian sports'
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's appeal for Olympic silver medal dismissed, devastated fans call it 'dark day for Indian sports'

Hindustan Times  

The Court of Arbitration for Sport gave its final ruling on Vinesh Phogat's weight case and dismissed the petition. The Court of Arbitration for Sports ruled on Saturday regarding Vinesh Phogat's silver medal at the Paris Olympics. Another added, “Dark, dark day for Indian sport.” While a third reacted using a heartbreak emoji, a fourth commented, “Wrestling world will remember …

Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for joint silver medal dismissed
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for joint silver medal dismissed

The Hindu  

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat will not be awarded a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, after the ad hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed her appeal for a joint silver medal on Wednesday. “The application filed by Vinesh Phogat on 7 August 2024 is dismissed,” said a CAS statement signed by the Sole Arbitrator Annabelle …

Vinesh Phogat's petition for joint silver in Paris Olympics 2024 dismissed by CAS
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's petition for joint silver in Paris Olympics 2024 dismissed by CAS

India TV News  

In a major blow to India's hopes, Vinesh Phogat's plea for a silver medal was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sports on Wednesday, August 14. The Indian Olympic Association confirmed the CAS's decision to dismiss Phogat's petition and expressed its disappointment. India ended its Paris Olympics 2024 campaign without a gold and finished 71st in the medal table. …

Vinesh Phogat to return to India on August 17, confirms wrestler Bajrang Punia
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat to return to India on August 17, confirms wrestler Bajrang Punia

India TV News  

The star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat is set to return to India on August 17, confirmed her teammate Bajrang Punia on Wednesday. Vinesh witnessed a heartbreaking Paris Olympics 2024 campaign after she was disqualified hours before her final bout for a gold medal match on August 7. But a big controversy hit the 33rd Summer Games after the organisers disqualified …

CAS dismisses Vinesh Phogat's appeal for silver medal, IOA expresses disappointment
4 months, 1 week ago

CAS dismisses Vinesh Phogat's appeal for silver medal, IOA expresses disappointment

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Wednesday dismissed the application filed by wrestler Vinesh Phogat challenging her disqualification from the women’s 50kg competition at the recently-concluded 2024 Paris Olympics. The two-time World Championships bronze medallist had challenged her disqualification on August 7 and said that she should be awarded a shared silver as she had reached the final …

Vinesh Phogat is still waiting. Decision on Indian wrestler’s appeal pushed back again
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat is still waiting. Decision on Indian wrestler’s appeal pushed back again

Associated Press  

Vinesh Phogat is still waiting. A decision on the Indian wrestler’s appeal for a shared silver medal after she was disqualified from an Olympic final for missing weight has been postponed a second time and won’t come until Friday, the Wrestling Federation of India said Tuesday. The Court of Arbitration for Sport — sport’s highest court — said a judge …

Vinesh Phogat's CAS Verdict on Silver Medal at Paris Olympics to be Out Today at 9:30PM
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's CAS Verdict on Silver Medal at Paris Olympics to be Out Today at 9:30PM

Deccan Chronicle  

The ad-hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport is expected to give its decision on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal for joint silver medal in the women's 50kg wrestling at the Paris Olympics 2024 by 9.30 PM IST today. On August 7, the IOA and Vinesh Phogat had filed an appeal at the Court of Arbitration of Sport …

Vinesh Phogat Leaves Games Village Ahead Of CAS Verdict On Olympics 2024 Silver Medal - WATCH
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat Leaves Games Village Ahead Of CAS Verdict On Olympics 2024 Silver Medal - WATCH

ABP News  

Vinesh Phogat has left the Olympics Games Village ahead of the final decision on her appeal before the Court of Arbitration for Sport for a silver medal. Phogat made history as the first Indian wrestler to reach an Olympic final in the 50 kg Wrestling event at the Parsi Olympics 2024. ALSO ON ABP Live | The Hundred Men's 2024: …

CAS decision on Vinesh’s silver appeal on Tuesday
4 months, 1 week ago

CAS decision on Vinesh’s silver appeal on Tuesday

Hindustan Times  

Paris: Vinesh Phogat’s Paris Olympics fate is set to be known on Tuesday when the ad hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport will issue a decision on the Indian wrestler’s disqualification from the Games after the weigh-in for her 50kg final bout and her appeal for a shared silver medal. In a statement issued on Sunday just …

Vinesh Phogat's CAS Hearing Verdict highlights: No silver for India
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's CAS Hearing Verdict highlights: No silver for India

Hindustan Times  

Vinesh Phogat CAS Hearing Verdict highlights: The wait continues for Vinesh Phogat and the rest of the country as the deadline for the announcement of Court of Arbitration for Sport's ad hoc division's verdict has been further postponed to August 16. Having heard both sides of the argument last Friday after Vinesh appealed against her disqualification from the women's 50kg …

'100 grams excess weight was caused by...': What Vinesh Phogat revealed to CAS over weigh-in fiasco at Paris Olympics
4 months, 1 week ago

'100 grams excess weight was caused by...': What Vinesh Phogat revealed to CAS over weigh-in fiasco at Paris Olympics

Hindustan Times  

Although India ended their campaign at the Paris Olympics on Saturday with six medals - one silver and five bronze - the nation has kept their fingers crossed on a seventh, which could see the contingent match their best-ever medal-tally feat achieved in the Tokyo Games, as they eagerly await the decision from the Court of Arbitration or Sports, where …

Vinesh Phogat Deserves Silver Medal at least, says Ganguly
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat Deserves Silver Medal at least, says Ganguly

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly on Sunday extended his support to wrestler Vinesh Phogat, saying she deserves at least a silver medal for reaching the 50kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics. Whether she was disqualified wrongfully or not, I don't know, but she deserves the silver medal at least," he added. Vinesh has appealed to the Court …

India's Paris Olympics 2024 Campaign Ends With Six Medals As Reetika Hooda Faces Defeat In Wrestling QF
4 months, 1 week ago

India's Paris Olympics 2024 Campaign Ends With Six Medals As Reetika Hooda Faces Defeat In Wrestling QF

ABP News  

India concluded their Paris Olympics 2024 campaign when Reetika Hooda lost to top-seeded Aiperi Medet Kyzy of Kyrgyzstan in the women's 76 kg freestyle wrestling quarterfinals on August 10. India's medal tally at the Paris Olympics 2024 features Manu Bhaker winning bronze in the 10m Air Pistol and also in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event with Sarabjot Singh. …

More waiting: Decision on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal is delayed
4 months, 1 week ago

More waiting: Decision on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal is delayed

Associated Press  

PARIS — Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal for a shared silver medal after she was disqualified from an Olympic final for missing weight could come as late as Tuesday, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said Saturday. Sports’ highest court originally said the decision was expected to be made by the end of the Olympics, but CAS has granted sole …

India's Day 15 Results At Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

India's Day 15 Results At Paris Olympics 2024

ABP News  

India faced another blow in women's wrestling as Reetika Hooda was defeated by top-seeded Aiperi Medet Kyzy of Kyrgyzstan in the quarterfinal of the women's 76 kg freestyle wrestling event at the Paris Olympics 2024 on August 10. ALSO ON ABP Live | ‘Don’t Forget What Vinesh Phogat Has Done’: Neeraj Chopra's Plea Ahead Of Silver Medal Verdict - WATCH …

‘Don’t Forget What Vinesh Phogat Has Done’: Neeraj Chopra's Plea Ahead Of Silver Medal Verdict - WATCH
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Don’t Forget What Vinesh Phogat Has Done’: Neeraj Chopra's Plea Ahead Of Silver Medal Verdict - WATCH

ABP News  

Neeraj Chopra, Paris Olympics silver medallist, expressed support for Vinesh Phogat, emphasising that securing a medal would be well-deserved but he also urged the countrymen that even if she doesn't win a medal, people should not forget what she has done. She appealed for a joint silver medal, since she already qualified for the final when she was ruled out …

Vinesh Phogat urged to reverse retirement call by Paris Olympic gold medallist, who was once disqualified for 50gms
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat urged to reverse retirement call by Paris Olympic gold medallist, who was once disqualified for 50gms

Hindustan Times  

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat continues to garner support from the wrestling community, with Japan's Rei Higuchi being the latest to offer encouragement. The Paris Olympics gold medalist in the men's 57kg freestyle category urged Vinesh on Saturday to reconsider her retirement decision in a heartfelt message shared on social media. Rei Higuchi, who won gold in Paris, was disqualified for …

Paris 2024 Olympics: IOA optimistic of favourable resolution at CAS regarding Vinesh Phogat’s appeal
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: IOA optimistic of favourable resolution at CAS regarding Vinesh Phogat’s appeal

The Hindu  

The Indian Olympic Association, on Friday, said that it remains optimistic about a favourable outcome of wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s application before the Court of Arbitration of Sport’s Ad hoc division. Vinesh Phogat's retirement announcement is just 💔#Wrestling | #ParisOlympics | #Paris2024pic.twitter.com/szjs5AVD2O — Sportstar August 8, 2024 Two days later though, the wrestler appealed against her disqualification to the CAS, with …

Sachin Tendulkar bats for Vinesh Phogat as wrestler awaits CAS verdict: ‘Robbed of a deserving silver medal…’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar bats for Vinesh Phogat as wrestler awaits CAS verdict: ‘Robbed of a deserving silver medal…’

Live Mint  

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is awaiting a decision on receiving a silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 following her disqualification from the final in a 50kg wrestling event. The legendary cricketer batted for Phogat and said, “For her to be robbed of a deserving silver medal defies logic and sporting sense.” The Court of Arbitration for Sport announced on Friday …

From leading protests to Olympic heartbreak: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s remarkable journey
4 months, 2 weeks ago

From leading protests to Olympic heartbreak: Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s remarkable journey

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

India TV Poll result: Has Vinesh Phogat been disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 as per law?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India TV Poll result: Has Vinesh Phogat been disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 as per law?

India TV News  

Vinesh Phogat was disqualified earlier this week from competing in the final of the 50kg freestyle wrestling. Meanwhile, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement on the very next day of the disqualification stating that she has no courage left in her now after losing the medal in her third consecutive Olympics. Moreover, Jordon Burroughs, a USA wrestler who is a gold …

Decision on Vinesh 'defied logic and sporting sense': Tendulkar
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Decision on Vinesh 'defied logic and sporting sense': Tendulkar

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Friday threw his weight behind Vinesh Phogat saying the disqualification of the Indian wrestler, ahead of her gold-medal bout at the Paris Olympics, "defied logic and sporting sense", and asked for rules to be revisited. Competing in the 50kg category, Vinesh was disqualified after being found 100gm overweight during the morning weigh-in, following …

Vinesh must rethink retirement, prepare for next Olympics: Mahavir Phogat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh must rethink retirement, prepare for next Olympics: Mahavir Phogat

Hindustan Times  

Hours after wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced retirement from wrestling, her uncle Mahavir Phogat and his daughter Babita Phogat said they would urge the top wrestler, once she returns, to reconsider her decision and begin preparation for the next Olympics. Mahavir Phogat On Thursday morning, Vinesh took to X to announce her decision to quit the game a day after she …

Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from gold medal bout at Paris Olympics: 10 questions and 10 answers by Viren Rasquinha
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from gold medal bout at Paris Olympics: 10 questions and 10 answers by Viren Rasquinha

Hindustan Times  

Former Indian hockey team captain Viren Rasquinha issued a personal statement on Thursday after seasoned wrestler Vinesh Phogat bid adieu to her international wrestling career. A day after showcasing her career-best performance at the grandest stage, the 29-year-old was disqualified for being 100gm overweight in the build-up to her 50kg category gold medal bout at the Paris Olympics. Vinesh Phogat …

Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics heartbreak casts sombre pall among wrestling fans in Games fan park
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics heartbreak casts sombre pall among wrestling fans in Games fan park

Hindustan Times  

“Shocking,” was all a SAI official accompanying the Indian contingent in Paris could muster early morning on Wednesday when the news of Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification landed. Phogat, who normally competes in the 53kg category, but was forced to reach the Paris Olympics by grappling in the 50kg weight class, defeated Japan’s Yui Susaki, Ukraine’s Oksana Livach and Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman …

Ray of Hope for Vinesh Phogat? Star Indian Wrestler Could Get Olympics Silver Medal If...
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ray of Hope for Vinesh Phogat? Star Indian Wrestler Could Get Olympics Silver Medal If...

News 18  

Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was disqualified for being 100 gm overweight ahead of her 50 kg category gold medal bout on Wednesday, can still win a silver medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. Vinesh’s painful Olympic record Vinesh’s relationship with the Olympic Games has been a painful one, starting with her debut in the 2016 Games in Rio …

'Vinesh Phogat, you have not lost, you have been defeated': Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia on retirement news
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Vinesh Phogat, you have not lost, you have been defeated': Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia on retirement news

Firstpost  

Vinesh Phogat’s retirement led to an outpouring of emotions from Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia – the two wrestlers who constantly supported Vinesh in the protest against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who has been accused of sexual harassment by female wrestlers. Forgive.” माँ कुश्ती मेरे से जीत गई मैं हार गई माफ़ करना आपका …

'My heart goes out to her': Paris Olympics wrestling gold medallist sympathises with Vinesh Phogat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'My heart goes out to her': Paris Olympics wrestling gold medallist sympathises with Vinesh Phogat

Firstpost  

Sarah Hildebrandt won the gold medal in women’s 50kg wrestling category after beating Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, and not the disqualified Vinesh Phogat. AP In a chaotic moment for wrestling following Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics for being 100 grams over the weight limit, Sarah Hildebrandt found herself in an emotional whirlwind. I was like, ‘Oh, this is …

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement from wrestling
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement from wrestling

Hindustan Times  

A day after she was disqualified and missed out on the opportunity to win an Olympic medal, ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from the sport on Thursday. The 29-year-old wrestler, who became the first Indian female to make an Olympic final in the discipline, was found 100 grams above the stipulated 50kg during the weigh-in on the …

You will always be a winner: Bajrang Punia reacts to Vinesh Phogat’s retirement
4 months, 2 weeks ago

You will always be a winner: Bajrang Punia reacts to Vinesh Phogat’s retirement

The Hindu  

As wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement on Thursday, following her disqualification from the ongoing Paris Olympics, Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia took to social media and expressed sadness over the decision. “Vinesh, you have not lost, you have been defeated, for us you will always be a winner,” Punia wrote on X. He said, “you are not only the daughter …

Vinesh Phogat awaits CAS decision after Paris Olympics disqualification: What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat awaits CAS decision after Paris Olympics disqualification: What is the Court of Arbitration for Sport?

Hindustan Times  

Vinesh Phogat was in imperious form as she made her way to the women's 50kg final at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. Also, all Olympic games dispures can only be submitted to CAS, and all Olympic international federations have recognised the CAs jurisdiction in some disputes. Tthrough agreement with the 2009 World Anti-Doping Code, all signatories, including Olympic international federations …

Vinesh Phogat Retires from Wrestling After Paris Olympics Disqualification: 10 Points to Know
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat Retires from Wrestling After Paris Olympics Disqualification: 10 Points to Know

News 18  

A disappointing chapter added to the history of Indian sports on Wednesday, leaving the entire country shell-shocked. Hours after becoming the first woman wrestler to compete in an Olympic final, Vinesh Phogat found herself out of the gold medal match with all her previous victories standing null and void. Vinesh, who was set to compete in the 50kg Freestyle final, …

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement: Career highlights of Indian wrestling legend
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement: Career highlights of Indian wrestling legend

Hindustan Times  

Visibly distraught after her Paris Olympics 2024 disqualification from a gold medal match, a frustrated Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling, on Thursday. A child prodigy and stunning start to senior career After a stunning junior career, Vinesh got her first major international title at the 2014 CWG, getting gold in the 48kg category. Post Rio 2016 Post Rio …

How did India perform on Day 12 of Paris Olympics 2024? Check full results
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How did India perform on Day 12 of Paris Olympics 2024? Check full results

Hindustan Times  

Indian fans were left extremely disappointed on Day 12 of the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. India's Mirabai Chanu competes during the clean and jerk stage of the women's 49kg weightlifting event at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris. Meanwhile in wrestling, Vinesh Phogat got disqualified from the women's 50kg gold medal match, as she failed to make the weight on …

Vinesh Phogat retires a day after disqualification from Paris Olympics: ‘Maa… wrestling won, I lost’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat retires a day after disqualification from Paris Olympics: ‘Maa… wrestling won, I lost’

Hindustan Times  

A dejected Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling via a social media post on Thursday morning, a day after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024. Please forgive," she wrote on X. Vinesh Phogat retired from wrestling a day after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024. Vinesh was disqualified from the Paris Olympics and stripped of her medal …

Vinesh Phogat Announces Retirement After Olympics Disqualification, Says 'Goodbye Wrestling'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat Announces Retirement After Olympics Disqualification, Says 'Goodbye Wrestling'

News 18  

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Thursday announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Olympics, sharing an emotional message on X. Phogat was disqualified from the 50 Kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Wednesday. माँ कुश्ती मेरे से जीत गई मैं हार गई माफ़ करना आपका सपना मेरी हिम्मत सब टूट चुके इससे ज़्यादा ताक़त नहीं रही …

Vinesh Phogat's hopes for Olympic silver medal alive after CAS accepts her protest
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat's hopes for Olympic silver medal alive after CAS accepts her protest

India TV News  

In a big boost for the Indian contingent, the Court of Arbitration for Sport accepted Vinesh Phogat's appeal against her disqualification at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday. Phogat stormed into the final after three sensational wins in the women's 50kg category and boosted India's hopes for the first gold at the 33rd Summer Games. But the organisers stunned the …

She Won a Historic Upset at the Olympics. Then Everything Fell Apart.
54 years, 11 months ago

She Won a Historic Upset at the Olympics. Then Everything Fell Apart.

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. But by Tuesday night, according to the Express, she found herself weighing 2 kilograms over the limit and engaged in strenuous overnight efforts to cut that down: “She didn’t sleep the whole night and did everything in her capacity to meet the criteria—from jogging to skipping and cycling,” even going for “desperate …

Vinesh Phogat's hopes for Olympic silver medal alive as Indian wrestler appeals decision with CAS, verdict on Thursday
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat's hopes for Olympic silver medal alive as Indian wrestler appeals decision with CAS, verdict on Thursday

Hindustan Times  

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sports against her disqualification from the women's 50kg final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Vinesh Phogat of India reacts after winning the match against Yusneylis Guzman Lopez of Cuba Vinesh created history when she became the first Indian woman wrestler to qualify for an Olympic final …

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee demands Bharat Ratna or Rajya Sabha berth for wrestler Vinesh Phogat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee demands Bharat Ratna or Rajya Sabha berth for wrestler Vinesh Phogat

India TV News  

The disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics has sparked a heated debate, not only on the sporting front but also in the political arena. The GOVERNMENT and OPPOSITION should find a way to form a consensus and either award VINESH PHOGAT the BHARAT RATNA or nominate her to a PRESIDENT-NOMINATED RS SEAT, acknowledging the extraordinary mettle she …

Vinesh Phogat's first reaction after disqualification at Paris Olympics: 'Hard luck we missed the medal, but...'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat's first reaction after disqualification at Paris Olympics: 'Hard luck we missed the medal, but...'

Hindustan Times  

Vinesh Phogat's campaign at the Paris Olympics came to a heartbreaking end on Wednesday morning. Paris: India's Vinesh Phogat celebrates after winning her Women's Freestyle 50kg semi-final wrestling match against Cuba's Yusneylys Guzman Lopez According to Indian Olympic team doctor Dinshaw Pardiwala, drastic measures, including cutting Vinesh's hair, were taken to ensure she weighed within the required limit to compete …

Vinesh disqualified from Paris 2024 Olympics: Akhil Kumar recalls similar episode in 2012, backs wrestler ‘to come back stronger’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh disqualified from Paris 2024 Olympics: Akhil Kumar recalls similar episode in 2012, backs wrestler ‘to come back stronger’

The Hindu  

Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics grabbed the headlines throughout Wednesday as she failed to meet the weight requirement for her women’s 50kg wrestling gold medal bout. “I saw several people suggesting random things - cutting hair, wearing light clothes and whatnot to reduce body weight, but having gone through a similar situation, I know, those things don’t work …

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