Vinesh Phogat's Olympic journey took a heartbreaking turn when she was disqualified from the women's 50kg wrestling final after weighing in just 100 grams over the limit. Despite her significant efforts to drop weight, including intense sauna sessions, skipping, and even cutting her hair, Vinesh ended up being 2kg heavier after her semi-final bouts. Her team worked tirelessly through the night, implementing drastic measures such as drawing blood to shed the last few grams, but ultimately, she could not meet the 50kg requirement. This disqualification means she will not compete for a medal, and her opponent who she defeated in the semi-finals will take her place in the final. The incident has left fans and the Indian contingent in shock, particularly as Vinesh was the first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final. The Wrestling Federation of India has expressed regret over the situation, acknowledging the athlete's hard work and dedication.