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Vinesh Phogat Breaks Silence After Heartbreaking Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification

"It's part of the game," a brave Vinesh Phogat told the Indian coaches who met her after her shock disqualification from the Paris Olympics for weighing 100g more than the permissible limit in the women's 50kg category on Wednesday. Women's national coach Virender Dahiya and Manjeet Rani met the feisty wrestler, who had caused a flutter at the wrestling arena by beating world number one and defending champion Yui Susaki in the opening round on Tuesday. As the nation prepared to celebrate Vinesh's medal-winning run -- she was assured of at-least a silver -- Vinesh was disqualified when she could not ace the second weigh-in.

"Boxers Are Given One Hour...": Vijender Singh Blasts Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification

India's ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who was just one win away from claiming gold at the Paris Olympics 2024, was disqualified just hours ahead of the final on Wednesday. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said that Vinesh, who was competing in the 50kg category, was found 100 grams overweight ahead of the gold medal match. While there were no issues with her weight on Tuesday, the weigh-in on Wednesday found her 100 grams over the weight limit. Olympic medalist boxer Vijender Singh was left fuming by the disqualification and he explained that 100 grams is too less a small a margin for the IOC to take such a big call. In an interview with NDTV. he also said that boxers are given extra time to cut weight if they are overweight in international competitions.

"Shocked And Disappointed": IOA Chief PT Usha On Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) chief PT Usha expressed her disappointment over Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from Paris Olympics. She added that the decision left her shocked.

First Time In 27 Years: India Suffer Disappointing Low With ODI Series Loss vs Sri Lanka

The shockingly clueless Indian batting unit was strangled by crafty Sri Lankan spinners, led by five-wicket man Dunith Wellalage, as Rohit Sharma's men crashed to an embarrassing 110-run defeat in the third and final ODI in Colombo on Wednesday. Sri Lanka won the three-match series 2-0 after the first match ended in a tie, and this is the Islanders' first bilateral ODI series victory over India since 1997. Chasing a competitive 249 on a sharp turner at Premadasa, India were bowled out for a woeful 138 in 26.1 overs, and the new head coach Gautam Gambhir will have a few hard points to ponder early into his stint.

'Are They Tourists?': Wrestling Federation Chief Blasts Vinesh Phogat's Support Staff After Olympic Disqualification

With Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the final of women's 50 kg final at the Paris Olympics, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has raised questions on the presence of her personal coach and support staff, wondering what they are doing in Paris. With Vinesh disqualified from participating in the final, the entire country is pondering the question as to how a mistake of such magnitude be made on such a big stage.

Manu Bhaker Returns Home to Hero's Welcome, Shares Future Plans and Personal Passions

Olympic bronze medalist Manu Bhaker was greeted with a warm welcome upon her return home, where she expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support.

Fernando, Wellalage guide Sri Lanka to rare ODI series win over India

Avishka Fernando scored a superb 96 and Dunith Wellalage took five wickets as Sri Lanka thumped India by 110 runs in Colombo on Wednesday to seal a first bilateral one-day international series win over their south Asian neighbours in 27 years.

Vinesh Phogat's First Picture Emerges After Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification

Vinesh Phogat was just one win away from a historic Olympic gold medal but the Indian wrestler's dreams were shattered after she was disqualified for being overweight for her event on Wednesday. Vinesh, who was competing in the 50kg freestyle wrestling category, was found to be 100 grams above the weight limit and as a result, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided to disqualify her for the final. According to reports, Vinesh was 1kg overweight on Tuesday night and she tried everything including cutting her hair to meet the weight requirements. However, they were unsuccessful and a major medal hope for India came to an end.

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Vinesh Phogat Breaks Silence After Heartbreaking Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification

"Boxers Are Given One Hour...": Vijender Singh Blasts Vinesh Phogat's Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification

"Shocked And Disappointed": IOA Chief PT Usha On Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification

First Time In 27 Years: India Suffer Disappointing Low With ODI Series Loss vs Sri Lanka

'Are They Tourists?': Wrestling Federation Chief Blasts Vinesh Phogat's Support Staff After Olympic Disqualification

Manu Bhaker Returns Home to Hero's Welcome, Shares Future Plans and Personal Passions

Fernando, Wellalage guide Sri Lanka to rare ODI series win over India

Vinesh Phogat's First Picture Emerges After Paris Olympics 2024 Disqualification