Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat returned to India on Saturday after a disappointing Paris Olympics experience. Despite reaching the 50kg final, she was disqualified for being overweight. Despite the heartbreak, Vinesh has received widespread support and praise for her resilience and inspiration.
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat expressed her disappointment over her disqualification from the Paris Olympics, stating that her dream was to raise the Indian flag high at the Games. She alluded to the recent wrestlers’ protest and the impact it had on her and the sport. Phogat hinted at deeper issues and plans to speak more when the time is right.
The Wrestling Federation of India has decided against holding trials for the selection of wrestlers for the Paris Olympics, as the wrestlers who have already earned Olympic quotas will participate in the event. This decision was made after five wrestlers wrote to the federation requesting that trials not be held, as it would affect their preparations for the Olympics.
Aman Sehrawat, an Asian Games medalist, has become the first Indian male freestyle wrestler to secure a quota place for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Competing in the 57kg division at the World Olympic Qualifier in Istanbul, Sehrawat showcased his dominance by winning all his bouts comfortably.
