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"Those Who Are Trolling...": Bajrang Punia's Fiery Comment After Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification

2020 Tokyo Olympics bronze medal-winning wrestler Bajrang Punia has slammed people who have taken the opportunity to mock Vinesh Phogat following her heartbreaking disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024. Punia has been outspoken in his support for Vinesh throughout the Olympics, championing her struggle to the top and labelling her a 'lioness'. Following her disqualification due to being over the 50kg weight limit by just 100 grams, Punia has been one among many athletes asking her to be awarded silver. Punia spoke to NDTV about the situation.

Have Nothing Left To Say: Teary-Eyed Vinesh Phogat's Uncle On Her Disqualification

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's uncle and celebrated coach Mahavir Phogat said he is left shattered and stunned after learning about the grappler's disqualification from the Paris Olympics due to being overweight.

'Give Vinesh Phogat Silver': Olympic Gold Medallist's Plea On Paris Olympics Disqualification

Vinesh Phogat was just one win away from winning a historic Olympic gold but the wrestler was disqualified for being overweight at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Wednesday. Vinesh, who was competing in the 50kg freestyle category, was found to be 100 grams overweight ahead of her gold medal match and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided to disqualify her from the event. The decision received mixed reaction from experts and former Olympic gold medalist wrestler Jordan Burroughs took to social media to weigh in on the subject. Burroughs said that there should changes made to the rules of wrestling at the Olympics and even demanded a silver medal for Vinesh.

Paris Olympics 2024 Live Updates, Day 13: Golf Round 2 Begins; Focus On Hockey Bronze Medal Match

Paris Olympics 2024 Day 13 LIVE Updates: Following on from a day of hurt, Vinesh Phogat's decision to retire from wrestling after the disqualification heartbreak at Paris Olympics 2024 has started the day with dampened spirits. Yet, Day 13 of the Olympics brings new hope, particularly towards the end of the day. At 5:30 PM IST, the Indian men's hockey team will play Spain in the hope of clinching a second successive Olympic bronze medal. Later at night, India's gold medalist from Tokyo 2020, Neeraj Chopra, will vie for gold again in the men's javelin throw final.

If Neeraj Chopra Wins Javelin Gold, Rishabh Pant To Give Cash Reward Of...

India's javelin star Neeraj Chopra kicked off his Olympic title defense with an 89.34m attempt in the qualification round on Tuesday at the ongoing Paris Olympics. Neeraj's throw in the qualifier was his season best attempt, and was also close of his personal best (89.94), landing him a direct entry into the final. Neeraj will now bid for a second successive gold at the Olympics on Thursday during the men's javelin throw final. As Neeraj secured his place in the final of the event, Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant made a bold promise to fans on social media.

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"Those Who Are Trolling...": Bajrang Punia's Fiery Comment After Vinesh Phogat's Olympics Disqualification

Have Nothing Left To Say: Teary-Eyed Vinesh Phogat's Uncle On Her Disqualification

'Give Vinesh Phogat Silver': Olympic Gold Medallist's Plea On Paris Olympics Disqualification

Paris Olympics 2024 Live Updates, Day 13: Golf Round 2 Begins; Focus On Hockey Bronze Medal Match

If Neeraj Chopra Wins Javelin Gold, Rishabh Pant To Give Cash Reward Of...

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