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Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s top wrestlers, has faced a significant setback at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The athlete was disqualified from the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final due to being slightly overweight. This news has shocked her supporters and fans, as she was a strong candidate for a medal in this important event.
#WATCH | On Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from #ParisOlympics2024, Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav says, "...A high-level investigation should be done as to why she has been disqualified. The government must issue a statement and it should be investigated." pic.twitter.com/SU1yQeHv7t
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2024
The disqualification occurred after Vinesh Phogat weighed in for the 50 kg freestyle wrestling category. According to Olympic regulations, wrestlers must meet the weight limits accurately. In this case, Vinesh was found to be just above the allowed weight limit, which caused her disqualification from the final match.
This situation has been disappointing for Vinesh, who had trained heavily for the Olympics. She was expected to perform well, and many had high hopes for her to secure a medal for India. The disqualification not only affects her desires but also impacts the overall team’s morale.
Vinesh Phogat has been a major player in Indian wrestling. Her achievements include multiple gold medals at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, and she has been a strong competitor on the global stage. The 2024 Paris Olympics were seen as a chance for her to add an Olympic medal to her impressive list of achievements.
Vinesh Phogat, You may be disqualified, but you are already a winner. Of course, a medal would have been awesome, but your story is more awesome, and there is nothing that can take away from you.
— Narundar (@NarundarM) August 7, 2024
Proud of you. 🇮🇳✊ pic.twitter.com/R4a3vT7TNO
The disqualification is particularly hard-hitting given the level of preparation and dedication Vinesh has shown. Wrestlers undergo intense training and maintain strict diets to ensure they meet weight requirements. This incident underscores the challenges athletes face in maintaining weight limits while performing at their best.
The wrestling community and fans have expressed their disappointment over the disqualification. Many supporters are warm toward Vinesh, understanding that such setbacks are part of the sporting journey. The athlete herself has not yet weighed in on the incident, but it is clear that this is a tough moment for her.
The next steps for Vinesh Phogat will involve thinking about this experience and focusing on future competitions. As a dedicated athlete, she is likely to take this failure in harmless and work towards coming back stronger. The wrestling community and her fans remain hopeful that she will continue to shine in upcoming events and reclaim her position as one of the top wrestlers in the world.
💔 HEARTBREAKING!
— Roshan Rai (@RoshanKrRaii) August 7, 2024
In a terrible turn of events , Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified as she was reportedly just 100gm over the permissible weight limit in her category.
Terrible news for India, Looks like someone desperately did not want her to win the medal.
Speechless. pic.twitter.com/LSmP2uxxDX
Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris Olympics 2024 has been a significant blow to her and the Indian wrestling team. The incident highlights the strict standards athletes must meet and the challenges they face. Despite this setback, Vinesh’s determination and past successes continue to inspire many. As she looks ahead, the focus will be on overcoming this challenge while working for future victories.
