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 New Delhi on May 28, 2023. Hero’s homecoming: Vinesh being welcomed on her arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi after the Paris Olympics. Tears flow: Vinesh gets emotional with her mother, and wrestlers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia upon her arrival at the airport in New Delhi.

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Top 5 controversies that shook Indian sports in 2024
3 days, 9 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 …

Year Ender 2024: From Sunita Williams to Vinesh Phogat, women who made global headlines
4 days, 1 hour ago

Year Ender 2024: From Sunita Williams to Vinesh Phogat, women who made global headlines

India TV News  

From Sunita Williams to Vinesh Phogat, some of the Indian women have made global headlines in 2024. Sunita Williams this year embarked on an eight-day mission to the International Space Station aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft on June 5, 2024. With an illustrious career including medals at the World Championships, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games, Vinesh Phogat has made a …

Vinesh Phogat Hints at Wrestling Return with Inspiring Post
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat Hints at Wrestling Return with Inspiring Post

India Today  

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat hints at a potential return to the sport. The 29-year-old athlete, who was disqualified from the final of the 50kg event at the Paris Olympics, posted a short poem on Instagram hinting at her return. Despite her retirement, she expresses that she still has the courage and drive to pursue her goal.

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 …

Vinesh should have aimed for Olympic gold in 2028 rather than joining politics; says Mahavir Phogat
3 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh should have aimed for Olympic gold in 2028 rather than joining politics; says Mahavir Phogat

India TV News  

Mahavir Phogat, former wrestling coach and Vinesh Phogat's uncle, said on Tuesday that his niece should not have joined politics at this stage and aimed for an Olympic gold in 2028, days after the Congress fielded her from Julana for the October 5 Haryana assembly polls. Vinesh became the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the Olympics final, the stage …

Wrestler Vinesh visits farmers at Shambhu, urges Modi government to “have a big heart”
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Wrestler Vinesh visits farmers at Shambhu, urges Modi government to “have a big heart”

Hindustan Times  

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat reached the farmers’ protest site at Shambhu border in Punjab on Saturday and expressed her solidarity with the farmers and condemned the labelling of their struggle as political. Olympian Vinesh Phogat being felicitated at a farmers' rally on the 200th day of their ongoing protest, at Shambhu border, Saturday, Aug 31, 2024. Extending support to the farmers, …

When is Vinesh Phogat joining politics? Wrestler attending farmers' protest at Shambhu border replies
3 months, 3 weeks ago

When is Vinesh Phogat joining politics? Wrestler attending farmers' protest at Shambhu border replies

Hindustan Times  

Olympian Vinesh Phogat on Saturday refrained from commenting on her political plans as she joined the protesting farmers at the Shambhu border. Olympian Vinesh Phogat being felicitated at a farmers' rally on the 200th day of their ongoing protest at Shambhu border. Vinesh Phogat joined the farmers at the Shambhu border as their protest, demanding a legal guarantee for the …

Vinesh Phogat's brand value skyrockets after Paris Olympics 2024, wrestler increases endorsement fee to...
4 months ago

Vinesh Phogat's brand value skyrockets after Paris Olympics 2024, wrestler increases endorsement fee to...

Hindustan Times  

Vinesh Phogat had a memorable, but disappointing Paris Olympics 2024 campaign. With Antil Panghal in her weight category, she had to drop down to 50 kg and qualified for the Paris Olympics 2024. But Vinesh's opening bout was against defending champion Yui Sasaki, who was also unbeaten since 2010, losing only three matches to the same opponent in that period. …

Watch: Vinesh Phogat cracks joke over gift from brother on Raksha Bandhan
4 months ago

Watch: Vinesh Phogat cracks joke over gift from brother on Raksha Bandhan

India Today  

Vinesh Phogat was all smiles celebrating Raksha Bandhan with her brother in her hometown of Charkhi Dadri, Haryana. Vinesh Phogat, dressed in the official Olympic kit, tied rakhi to her brother on Monday as the nation celebrated Raksha Bandhan -- a festival that highlights the bond between brothers and sisters. Vinesh Phogat received a rousing reception upon her arrival in …

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 …

Hero’s welcome awaits Vinesh Phogat in native village as residents stand by her
4 months, 1 week ago

Hero’s welcome awaits Vinesh Phogat in native village as residents stand by her

The Hindu  

Residents of Balali, the native village of wrestler Vinesh Phogat in Haryana, feel the anguish and pain over her returning empty handed from the Paris Olympics 2024 after being on the cusp of securing a historic gold in wrestling for the country, says Rajesh Sangwan, 61, former sarpanch of Jhojhu Kalan, sitting on a charpoy along with a few elderly …

"We will welcome her like a Gold Medalist": Vinesh's uncle Mahavir Phogat
4 months, 1 week ago

"We will welcome her like a Gold Medalist": Vinesh's uncle Mahavir Phogat

The Hindu  

After the Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed Vinesh Phogat's appeal for the silver medal in the women's 50kg event at the Paris Olympics, the Indian wrestler's uncle Mahavir Phogat said that we will welcome her like a Gold Medalist when she returns to India on August 17. On Wednesday, CAS released a statement to confirm that, "The application field …

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, you're Kohinoor of India: Bajrang after wrestler loses Olympic appeal
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh, you're Kohinoor of India: Bajrang after wrestler loses Olympic appeal

India Today  

Wrestler Bajrang Punia penned an emotional poem for Vinesh Phogat, who lost her case against the International Olympic Committee and United World Wrestling on Wednesday, 14 August. Just hours away from India's Independence Day celebrations, Vinesh Phogat lost her plea for the joint silver medal at the Paris Olympics after she was disqualified for being overweight for her final bout …

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 …

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's fate hangs in balance as CAS rejects Jordan Chiles' plea for Bronze
4 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's fate hangs in balance as CAS rejects Jordan Chiles' plea for Bronze

Hindustan Times  

USA Gymnastics released a statement on Monday, August 12 to announce that the CAS has denied Jordan Chiles’ request to reinstate the gold medal which was awarded to her after the finals of the women’s floor exercise on Monday, August 5. Vinesh Phogat awaits verdict on her plea after Jordan Chiles' plea gets denied. CAS discarded Chiles’ plea for bronze …

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 …

'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 …

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  

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Vinesh Phogat case: Meet Harish Salve who is representing Indian Olympic Association
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat case: Meet Harish Salve who is representing Indian Olympic Association

Hindustan Times  

Harish Salve, India's top lawyer, will represent the Indian Olympic Association in the case related to the disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat at the Paris Olympics. Harish Salve, who has served as the former Solicitor General of India and King's Counsel, confirmed to ANI that he has been engaged by the IOA to represent Phogat. Harish Salve has been part …

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 …

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 …

'It's a story for our children': Abhinav Bindra pens heartfelt note for 'champion' Vinesh Phogat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'It's a story for our children': Abhinav Bindra pens heartfelt note for 'champion' Vinesh Phogat

India TV News  

The legendary Indian Olympian Abhinav Bindra praised Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat after the latter's heroics at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday. Abhinav showed his support for Vinesh by posting a note on his X page and describing the wrestler's campaign as a story for the next generation. The gold medalist at the 2008 Beijing Olympics added that Vinesh's campaign …

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 …

Hema Malini now calls Vinesh Phogat ‘heroine of this Olympics’, internet says ‘no need to act nice’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Hema Malini now calls Vinesh Phogat ‘heroine of this Olympics’, internet says ‘no need to act nice’

Hindustan Times  

Hema Malini was panned by the internet for her stance on Vinesh Phogat's disqualification at Paris Olympics. Hema Malini does a U-turn on Vinesh Phogat's performance at Olympics Hema's post for Vinesh Hours after issuing her first statement to the media outside the Parliament in New Delhi, Hema took to her Instagram handle and shared a picture of Vinesh from …

Vinesh Phogat's opponent Sarah Hildebrandt, who won gold in her category, reveals she is a ‘big weight cutter’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinesh Phogat's opponent Sarah Hildebrandt, who won gold in her category, reveals she is a ‘big weight cutter’

Hindustan Times  

At a time when the wrestling world was in turmoil following Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024, Sarah Hildebrandt, against whom Vinesh was supposed to fight for the women's 50kg gold on Wednesday night, was going through an emotional battle of her own. Sarah Hildebrandt, who won gold in Vinesh Phogat's category, reveals she is a ‘big weight …

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 …

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