Amidst all the excitement that has been revolving around the news circuits in the past week, there has been a plethora of sad and negative news all around the world. However, one once of hope that has been radiated in the last week amidst the wars brewing in the West, the political coup in Bangladesh, and the stock market crashing is the Paris Olympics 2024.
The morning of 7th August 2024 was filled with excitement and anticipation as Vinesh Phogat was competing for the world in 50kg wrestling. India was hopeful, and all eyes were glued to the latest development in the game when the shockwaves ran across news circuits that Vinesh Phogat had been disqualified from the finals of the Paris Olympics 2024.
Why was Vinesh Phogat disqualified?
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s wrestling 50kg for being overweight. The whole country is in distress as Vinesh Phogat was disqualified on the day of her scheduled 50 kg gold medal bout. Vinesh Phogat was about 100 grams over the standard limit and would now not be eligible for the gold and would not be able to claim even a silver medal. The 50 kg category will now only have gold and bronze to be awarded after the sudden disqualification of Vinesh Phogat.
Vinesh Phogat didn't sleep all night, working tirelessly to shed 2 kg for the final, but missed the mark by just 100 grams. Now she’s hospitalized. This is perhaps the most cruel and heartbreaking incident in Indian sports history. 💔 #VineshPhogat #Olympics2024 pic.twitter.com/4hOgziQ2J1
— Akshay Pratap Singh (@akshay_1111997) August 7, 2024What does the Indian Olympic Association say?
🚨 It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made…
— Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 7, 2024On the morning of the final match, the Indian Olympic Association let out a press release where they released a statement confirming the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat. The Indian Olympic Association statement read, “It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made by the contingent at this time. The Indian team requests you respect Vinesh’s privacy. It would like to focus on the competitions on hand.”
What did PM Modi have to say about the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat?
Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India's pride and an inspiration for each and every Indian.
Today's setback hurts. I wish words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing.
At the same time, I know that you epitomise resilience. It has always…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 7, 2024The whole country is in crosswords of disbelief and sadness as the news of Vinesh Phogat disqualified circles. The Prime Minister of India, PM Modi, released a statement stating, “Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India’s pride and an inspiration for each and every Indian. Today’s setback hurts. I wish words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing. At the same time, I know that you epitomise resilience. It has always been your nature to take challenges head-on. Come back stronger! We are all rooting for you.”
Sources reveal that PM Modi spoke to the president of the Indian Olympic Association, PT Usha and sought first-hand information and details from PT Usha on the options India has in regarding to the case of Vinesh Phogat. He also urged PT Usha to file a strong protest regarding the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat if that helps the case of Indian Women wrestling 50 kg.
Who is Vinesh Phogat?
Vinesh Phogat is the first Indian women wrestler to ever reach an Olympic final. She defeated Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the women’s freestyle 50 kg semi-final yesterday, 6th August 2024. The final is scheduled for the very next day, 8th August, at 12:45 IST. Vinesh Phogat was recently in the news when she fought the case of sexual harassment against women wrestlers against former WFI Chief and BFP leader Brij Bhushan Singh and Tomar. Vinesh Bhushan is cousins with the former wrestling champions Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat who have also made substantial contributions in the field of women wrestling for India.
FAQ
Why was Vinesh Phogat disqualified?
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s wrestling 50kg for being overweight. The whole country is in distress as Vinesh Phogat was disqualified on the day of her scheduled 50 kg gold medal bout. Vinesh Phogat was about 100 grams over the standard limit and would now not be eligible for the gold and would not be able to claim even a silver medal.
What is PM Modi doing about Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification?
Sources reveal that PM Modi spoke to the president of the Indian Olympic Association, PT Usha and sought first-hand information and details from PT Usha on the options India has in regarding to the case of Vinesh Phogat. He also urged PT Usha to file a strong protest regarding the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat if that helps the case of Indian Women wrestling 50 kg.
Is Vinesh Phogat related to the Dangal sisters?
Vinesh Bhushan is cousins with the former wrestling champions Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat who have also made substantial contributions in the field of women wrestling for India.
What is the controversy around Vinesh Phogat?
Vinesh Phogat was recently in the news when she fought the case of sexual harassment against women wrestlers against former WFI Chief and BFP leader Brij Bhushan Singh and Tomar. She ran multiple protests and was in news for open advocating for the resignation of WFI Chief and BFP leader Brij Bhushan Singh.
