Four Indian women wrestlers, Aditi Kumari, Neha, Pulkit, and Mansi Lather, secured gold medals at the Under-17 World Championships in Amman, Jordan. They showcased exceptional skills, dominating their respective weight categories and solidifying India’s position in the prestigious Cadets event.
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat secured her place in the women’s 50kg freestyle category final at the Paris Olympics 2024, becoming the first Indian woman to compete for Olympic gold in wrestling. Her journey has been marked by impressive victories, a controversial dispute, and a dedication to improving the environment for future wrestlers.
India’s women wrestling team is poised for a breakout performance at the Paris Olympics, with a record five women qualifying, including three who led a historic protest against the Wrestling Federation of India last year. Veteran Vinesh Phogat, despite facing challenges, aims for her third Olympic appearance, while young talents like Antim Panghal and Reetika Hooda are seen as medal contenders. This article analyzes the prospects of each wrestler and explores the challenges and opportunities they face in their respective weight classes.
Helen Maroulis, the first American woman to win a wrestling gold medal, has become the first U.S. female wrestler to qualify for three Summer Games. Competing at 57 kilograms, Maroulis dominated former Olympian Jacarra Winchester in a best-of-three series, sweeping the series with a pin and a 6-0 decision. Maroulis, now 32, captured her gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics and became the first woman wrestler to win two Olympic medals for the United States when she earned bronze at 57 kg in Tokyo.
