’Extremely sad for…’: WFI President Sanjay Singh on wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from Paris Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

’Extremely sad for…’: WFI President Sanjay Singh on wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from Paris Olympics

Live Mint  

Wrestling Federation of India President Sanjay Singh on Wednesday said that disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from Paris Olympics was extremely sad for the country. Speaking to ANI, Sanjay Singh said, “It is extremely sad for the country that we missed our first gold medal in Women's Wrestling because of the overweight issue.” He added that our athletes are very well prepared and they will all play extremely well. Now she is fit and taking rest in the games village.” Making a statement in Lok Sabha, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the government had provided all possible assistance to Vinesh Phogat according to her requirement which included personal staff. "Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from the Paris Olympics due to being overweight by 100 gm.

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

Vinesh Phogat Hints at Wrestling Return with Inspiring Post
2 months, 1 week 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, 3 weeks 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
4 months, 3 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, 3 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

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

After wrestler Vinesh's disqualification, UWW may consult medical commission
5 months ago

After wrestler Vinesh's disqualification, UWW may consult medical commission

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Vinesh Phogat's saga seems to have woken up United World Wrestling as the world governing body is expected to consult its medical commission on the rules that led to the disqualification of the Indian wrestler. "I think Higuchi told all of it, but we will again consult the medical commission," Nenad Lalovic, the UWW president, told this daily when …

Vinesh Phogat's appeal for Olympic silver medal dismissed, devastated fans call it 'dark day for Indian sports'
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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 CAS Verdict Highlights: CAS Verdict Deferred Again; To Be Delivered On August 16 Now
5 months ago

Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict Highlights: CAS Verdict Deferred Again; To Be Delivered On August 16 Now

News 18  

Vinesh Phogat CAS Verdict Highlights: Suspense continued on the fate of Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her Olympic disqualification with the ad-hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport extending the time limit to deliver its decision till August 16 without specifying the reasons for continuing to defer the matter. Dr Annabelle Bennett, Sole Arbitrator in the Vinesh Phogat vs …

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

Hate directed at medical team is unacceptable and worthy of condemnation: IOA president PT Usha
5 months ago

Hate directed at medical team is unacceptable and worthy of condemnation: IOA president PT Usha

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Drawing criticism for Vinesh Phogat's weigh-in fiasco, Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha on Sunday made it clear that it is the responsibility of the athlete to manage their weight and the attack on its medical team, especially Chief Medical Officer Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala is "unacceptable and worthy of condemnation." The 29-year-old Vinesh was left heartbroken after she was …

PT Usha puts onus of making weight on Vinesh Phogat, defends medical team
5 months ago

PT Usha puts onus of making weight on Vinesh Phogat, defends medical team

The Hindu  

On late Sunday night, Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha put the onus of making weight in sports like wrestling, weightlifting, boxing and judo on the athlete, and not on the IOA-appointed Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala and his team. This statement comes in the backdrop of the ongoing case at the Court of Arbitration for Sport that is …

Vinesh Phogat Deserves Silver Medal at least, says Ganguly
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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
5 months 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 missed the chance to bag gold by 100 gms: How athletes rapidly lose weight overnight and why it’s risky
5 months ago

Vinesh Phogat missed the chance to bag gold by 100 gms: How athletes rapidly lose weight overnight and why it’s risky

Hindustan Times  

Vinesh Phogat was the first Indian wrestler to advance to the finals in the Olympics. She and her team resorted to relentless attempts to lose weight overnight to lose the necessary weight, undergoing extreme weight-cutting techniques like pumping out blood and cutting hair, but only 100 gms derailed all her hopes. Bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat circumvented Vinesh Phogat's fate by …

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

Hopeful about CAS verdict on Vinesh: Lawyer Singhania
5 months ago

Hopeful about CAS verdict on Vinesh: Lawyer Singhania

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday heard wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her disqualification from the 50kg division final at the Paris Olympics. Initially, “she sought a decision from the CAS Ad hoc Division annulling the Challenged Decision and ordering another weigh-in before the final match as well as a declaration that she be declared eligible …

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

Vinesh Phogat gets major boost, plea for silver medal accepted by CAS; IOA contacts Harish Salve to fight their case
5 months ago

Vinesh Phogat gets major boost, plea for silver medal accepted by CAS; IOA contacts Harish Salve to fight their case

Hindustan Times  

The hearing for Vinesh Phogat's appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sports is likely to begin around 9:30 am Paris time, which is around 1 pm IST on August 9. This comes as a major shot in the arm for Vinesh Phogat and the Indian Olympic Association as the CAS, in its early assessment on Thursday, saw merit in …

India TV Poll result: Has Vinesh Phogat been disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024 as per law?
5 months, 1 week 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
5 months, 1 week 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
5 months, 1 week 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’s CAS appeal to be heard on Friday
5 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh’s CAS appeal to be heard on Friday

Hindustan Times  

Paris: Vinesh Phogat’s appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport to overturn her disqualification and last place finish from the 50kg weight division of the Paris Olympics will be heard on Friday. The appeal was filed late on Wednesday evening to overturn Vinesh’s disqualification for being 100 grams overweight on the morning for her final weigh-in and seek a …

Nakuul Mehta slams Hema Malini for her weight comment on Vinesh Phogat post her disqualification from Paris Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Nakuul Mehta slams Hema Malini for her weight comment on Vinesh Phogat post her disqualification from Paris Olympics

Hindustan Times  

Nakuul reacts The actor took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his disappointment. Hema’s comment Yesterday, Hema was asked about Vinesh's disqualification following which she shared her opinion. Hum sab ko isse ek achha seekh milna chahiye sab kalakaro ko, mahilayon ko sabko… ki 100 gm also matters a lot! I wish she loses that 100 grams quickly …

Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from gold medal bout at Paris Olympics: 10 questions and 10 answers by Viren Rasquinha
5 months, 1 week 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 uncle calls former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda's 'Rajya Sabha seat' comment 'political stunt'
5 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat's uncle calls former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda's 'Rajya Sabha seat' comment 'political stunt'

Live Mint  

Mahavir also claimed that the Phogat sisters – Gita and Babita – were not given the right roles by the then Congress government in Haryana after their accolades. After Congress veteran Bhupinder Hooda suggested a Rajya Sabha seat for wrestler Vinesh Phogat, her uncle Mahavir Phogat on Thursday dismissed it as a "political stunt" and claimed that the former Haryana …

Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics heartbreak casts sombre pall among wrestling fans in Games fan park
5 months, 1 week 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...
5 months, 1 week 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 disqualification: That was not on my bingo card of chaos, says American wrestler Sarah Ann Hildebrandt
5 months, 1 week ago

Vinesh Phogat disqualification: That was not on my bingo card of chaos, says American wrestler Sarah Ann Hildebrandt

The Hindu  

American wrestler Sarah Ann Hildebrandt, who won the Olympics 50kg gold medal bout from which Vinesh Phogat was disqualified for being overweight, says she was prepared for chaos on the morning of the summit clash but not the kind that unfolded around the Indian. "I was prepared for chaos, but that was not on my bingo card of chaos," said …

How 30 cruel hours made Vinesh Phogat go from being an Olympic gold-medal contender to announcing wrestling retirement
5 months, 1 week ago

How 30 cruel hours made Vinesh Phogat go from being an Olympic gold-medal contender to announcing wrestling retirement

Hindustan Times  

On the night of August 6, you could hear every home in India cheer at 11:30 as Vinesh Phogat tore her way to the final of the 50 kg wrestling at the Paris Olympics 2024 finals. August 7, 12:23 PM: The Indian Olympic Association put out a statement expressing regret over Vinesh's disqualification: "It is with regret that the Indian …

'Vinesh Phogat, you have not lost, you have been defeated': Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia on retirement news
5 months, 1 week 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
5 months, 1 week 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
5 months, 1 week 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 …

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