Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement from the sport following her disqualification in the Paris Olympic final due to being overweight by one hundred grams. Vinesh’s revelation turned out to be among the worst events of her career, as a little error destroyed her Olympic medal dream. He has asked for a silver medal and appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Although his retirement has caused significant damage to the wrestling scene, we will always honor his fight and dedication.
Following an unannounced incident at the Paris Olympics 2024, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has called time on her career. Announcing the end of her career and her gaming retirement, Vinesh stated her decision in an emotional statement on Twitter.
Ignoring weight measurement
Before the last fight, Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s top wrestlers, faced disqualification due to his weight exceeding the 50 kg restriction by 100 grams. This episode had a significant impact on her career, in addition to taking her away from an Olympic medal. He gave his all for the sport, but the one hundred grams difference overwhelmed all of his efforts.
Retiring Vinesh Phogat
“Wrestling defeated me; my dream shattered,” Vinesh posted. Please pardon me; I am unable to fight anymore. Goodbye, wrestling 2001-2024. I shall always owe you something. His comments greatly shocked Indian wrestling fans.
Constant conflict
Vinesh has had a career marked with both challenges and successes. An ACL injury she sustained at the Olympics again forced her to retire in the quarterfinals in 2016. This time, his inability to weigh impacted his entire career path. The main medical officer of Team India, Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, revealed that although Vinesh and her team tried to shed weight all night—including cutting her hair—they were unable to eliminate the 100-gramme discrepancy.
attractiveness and hope
Following this episode, Vinesh has asked for a silver medal in appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Still, only time will tell how much this action will bring about in terms of alleviation.
The legacy of Vinesh in wrestling
Along with Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat led the major protest against claims of sexual harassment against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. His initiatives have also made him a hero outside of the wrestling arena. Vinesh’s legacy in wrestling will stay unmatched now that she is retiring without an Olympic medal.
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