Vinesh Phogat Appeals Olympic Disqualification

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has appealed her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024 for being 100 grams over the weight limit in the women's 50kg category. Phogat has requested the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to award her a shared silver medal. This disqualification came as a shock given Phogat's stellar performance, including victories over top-ranked opponents. The incident has sparked debates over the management of her weight category and the fairness of existing rules. Support has poured in from various quarters, including Jordan Burroughs, who criticized the IOC's weight class policies. Despite the setback, Phogat remains determined to continue her fight for Olympic success and inspire young athletes to stand against adversity.