Vinesh Phogat Appeals Paris Olympics Disqualification

Vinesh Phogat, a prominent Indian wrestler, may soon be awarded a joint silver medal from the Paris 2024 Olympics following her disqualification for being slightly overweight. Despite a strong start in the tournament, defeating top competitors, she was disqualified just before the final match due to exceeding the weight limit by only 100-150 grams. Following this incident, Phogat announced her retirement and has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport for the medal, claiming she was within the legal weight limit earlier. The Haryana government plans to honor her with a grand reception, and Lovely Professional University has promised a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh. Phogat's career has been marked by significant milestones, including three Commonwealth Games gold medals and a strong performance at the Asian Games, despite facing challenges at previous Olympics. As her appeal awaits a decision, the wrestling community continues to rally behind her achievements and potential.