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Vinesh Phogat Announces Retirement Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement from wrestling after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics. She shared an emotional message on social media, expressing her disappointment. Vinesh was disqualified for being 100 grams over the weight limit during the weigh-in for her gold medal match. In her post, she wrote, “Mom, wrestling has defeated me and I have lost. I’m sorry; your dream and my courage are broken. I don’t have any strength left now.
“Alvida, kushti (Goodbye, Wrestling 2001-2024),” she concluded. On Tuesday, Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal match in her category. She was assured of at least a silver medal before her disqualification. The most devastating setback of the day was Vinesh disqualification from the final match against Sarah Ann Hildebrandt of the United States for being 100 grams overweight during the morning weigh-in. The 29-year-old wrestler was completely devastated by the outcome.
Sources reveal that Phogat was nearly 100 grams over the permissible weight limit, a slight excess that could cost her dearly. According to tournament rules, this disqualifies her not only from the gold medal match but also makes her ineligible for the silver medal. Consequently, the 50 kg category will now only award gold and bronze medals.
The drama unfolded in two stages. Phogat successfully made weight for her bouts on Tuesday, clearing the first hurdle with apparent ease. However, Olympic wrestling requires athletes to meet weight requirements on both competition days. According to The Indian Express, Phogat struggled with her weight on Tuesday night, finding herself nearly two kilograms over the limit.
Who is Vinesh Phogat? Defeats Yui Susaki to Advance to the Quarter-Finals
Celebrate Vinesh Phogat’s historic victory over a Olympic champion Yui Susaki. From her beginnings to global stardom, discover the inspiring journey of this Indian wrestling sensation who is making waves on the world stage. In a thrilling display of skill, strategy and sheer determination. India’s Vinesh Phogat has achieved what many would consider a miracle on the wrestling mat.
The 29-year-old grappler from Haryana stunned the wrestling world by defeating Olympic champion and three-time world gold medallist Yui Susaki in the women’s freestyle 50kg round of 16 match, securing her place in the quarter-finals. With this victory, Vinesh Phogat became the first Indian woman to reach the Olympic finals in wrestling.
Phogat, known for her aggressive style, surprised observers by espousing a protective station against the redoubtable Susaki. The Indian wrestler’s caution was accessible as she faced the reigning Olympic champion and a dominating force in the 50 kg order. Phogat entered a warning for passivity, giving Susaki an easy point. still, Phogat’s defense remained strong, frustrating Susaki’s attempts to attack her leg.
The Indian’s fugitive pushes kept her in the game despite the Japanese wrestler’s sweats to score. As the timepiece ticked down, it sounded the match might slip down from Phogat. Susaki earned another point due to Phogat’s passivity, but the Indian wrestler had a trick up her sleeve. In a stirring turn of events, Phogat managed to jut down her opponent in the dying twinkles of the match, earning two pivotal points. She also added one further to seal her palm, leaving the wrestling community and the entire nation in admiration.
From Early Struggles To Historic Victory, The Epic Journey Of Vinesh Phogat
Born in village of Balali in Haryana’s Bhiwani district, Vinesh hails from family of wrestlers. Just at nine years old, she faced tragic loss of her father. After his death, her uncle Mahavir Singh Phogat took her for training. Vinesh encountered resistance from villagers who believed wrestling was a man sport and that women should remain confined to their homes. She completed her education early at KCM Senior Secondary School in Jhojhu Kalan, Haryana and later graduated from Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) in Rohtak, Haryana.
Training
After her father death, Mahavir Phogat, the father of wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat, teached Vinesh the art of wrestling.Vinesh Phogat, with fellow wrestlers Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia protested in Delhi Jantar Mantar against BJP MP Brij Bhushan Singh. They accused the Brij Bhushan, president of the Wrestling Federation of India, of sexual harassment.
The wrestlers demanded to arrest Brij Bhushan . By Following a Supreme Court order, authorities filed an FIR and submitted a charge sheet against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. They have not arrested him yet. Vinesh Phogat received an exemption from the Asian Games trials.
Married in 2018
On 13 December 2018, Vinesh married Somvir Rathi a resident of Jind and a medal winning wrestler. Vinesh and Somvir knows each other since 2011, have met while working for Indian Railways. They married in 2018 after Somvir won a prize in the public competition. Somvir began wrestling at a young age in Kharkhoda, Sonepat
Achievements of Vinesh
2018 Asian Games a Gold Medal Vinesh became the first Indian woman wrestler to win the gold medal in Asian Games by defeating Japan’s Yuki Irie 6-2 in the women 50 kg freestyle wrestling gold medal match. 2018 Common wealth Games of Gold Medal Vinesh outperformed in Canada’s Jessica MacDonald to claim the top on spot.
2014 Common wealth Game of Gold Medal just at 20 years old, Vinesh showed her technique in the Glasgow Games, defeating England’s Yana Rattigan 3-1 in the final to win the gold medal. First Indian Athlete Nominated for Laureus Awards even though she lost the Tiger Woods, Vinesh was internationally praised for her remarkable comeback after a career threatening knee injury at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
2019 Asian Wrestling Championship of Bronze Medal Vinesh won a bronze medal in category by defeating China’s Qianyu Pang, the World Championship bronze medal.
Vinesh Phogat Disqualified
Sources of reveal that Phogat tipped the scales at nearly 100 grams over the permissible limit. A marginal excess that could cost her dearly. According to the tournament rules, this average not only disqualifies her from the gold medal match but also renders her in eligible for the silver medal. The 50 kg category now faces the scenario of awarding for gold and bronze medals.
The unfolded in two acts. Phogat successfully made by weight for her Tuesday bouts and her clearing the first hurdle with a apparent ease. Olympic wrestling demands for consistency and requiring athletes to meet weight requirements on both competition days. The Indian Express reports that Phogat struggled with her weight on Tuesday night and finding herself nearly two kilograms over the limit.
It is regret for the Indian contingent shares the news of Vinesh Phogat disqualification from the Women’s Wrestling 50 kg class. Disappoint the team’s efforts through the night. she was a few grams over a 50 kg this morning. No further comments and will be made by the contingent at this time. The Indian team requests respect for Vinesh privacy and will focus on the ongoing competitions and stated the Indian Olympic Association.
PM Modi supports Phogat after heartbreaking exit from Paris Olympics 2024
Minutes after the confirmation of Vinesh Phogat’s exit from the Paris Olympics 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi consoled the wrestler. Vinesh, you are a champion, You are the pride of India and an inspiration for each and every Indian. Today setback hurts. I wish my words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing. At the same time, I know that you will perform well. It has always your nature to take the challenges on head . Come back stronger, We all will support you,” PM Modi tweeted.
Career Highlights
Vinesh’s wrestling career is marked by numerous achievements:
- Gold Medalist at the 2018 Asian Games
- Gold Medalist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games
- Bronze Medalist at the 2019 World Wrestling Championships
- Two-time Asian Championship Gold Medalist (2018, 2019)
- Three-time Commonwealth Championship Gold Medalist (2016, 2017, 2018)