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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.

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.

"Despite The Heartbreak...": Sachin Tendulkar Pens Emotional Message For Vinesh Phogat

The news of Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the 2024 Paris Olympics on the day of her gold medal match has galvanized people in the country with Olympians, legends, sportspersons from other sports and celebrities coming out in support of the wrestler. On Wednesday, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar took to social media to express his support for the 29-year-old and fellow-wrestler Nisha Dahiya, penning a note of solidarity for them. “Nisha Dahiya and Vinesh Phogat, your courage and determination have inspired the entire nation. Nisha, fighting through injury with such spirit was truly remarkable. Vinesh, despite the heartbreak of disqualification, your incredible journey to the finals and victory against Yui Susaki have earned our deepest admiration,” read the post by Sachin Tendulkar.

Heartbreak In Paris: What UWW Rules Say On Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification

In a shocking turn of events at the Paris Olympics, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from her gold medal bout in the women's 50 kg category after failing her second weigh-in on Wednesday. The disqualification ended her gold medal aspirations and highlighted the rigorous weight restrictions that are in place at the Olympics. Vinesh faced challenges with weight cutting and was racing against time to ensure that she met the stringent 50 kg limit. But she ultimately missed the mark by just over 100 gm, sources said.

After Fourth-Place In Tokyo, Golfer Aditi Ashok Aiming For Medal In Paris Olympics 2024

Aditi Ashok will be determined to make up for her near-miss at the Tokyo Games, while Diksha Dagar will look to overcome the trauma of a car accident as the two Indian golfers begin their campaign at the Paris Games on Wednesday. Two-time Olympian Aditi had come agonisingly close to securing a medal before finishing fourth three years ago in Tokyo and will seek redemption this time. Diksha, on the other hand, escaped unhurt after being involved in a car accident that left her mother hospitalised. But the 23-year-old from Jhajjar has shrugged off all problems and is determined for Olympic success.

"Can't Say What's Right Or Wrong": Lovlina Borgohain On Boxing Points System After Olympics Exit

Tokyo 2020 bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain crashed out of the Paris Olympics after losing to China's Li Qian in the women's 75kg quarterfinal at North Paris Arena on Sunday. With Lovlina's 1-4 split result, India failed to win any medals in boxing events in Paris. Following her loss, Lovlina spoke to IANS and expressed her disappointment for not being able to recreate her heroics from the previous edition. “I am having trouble accepting this defeat as I failed to achieve what I thought I would. I have to see where I lacked in the contest, if I knew beforehand where I lacked maybe I could have been champion,” Lovlina told IANS.

"Vinesh Phogat Can't Make This Mistake, It Might Be Sabotage": Vijender Singh

Indian boxing stalwart Vijender Singh has alleged that wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Olympics final might be a case of sabotage as elite athletes like her are well-versed with the techniques of cutting weight before major competitions. Vijender, who is India's first and only male boxer to have won an Olympic medal, knows a thing or two about maintaining weight before major bouts and he said it is shocking that Vinesh was 100gm over in the weigh-in before an Olympic final. "I think it might be sabotage. 100gm, you have got to be kidding me. We athletes can shed 5 to 6kg overnight. It is difficult no doubt but we know how to control our hunger, thirst, and exert to the extreme," the middle-weight (75kg) boxer told PTI.

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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

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

"Despite The Heartbreak...": Sachin Tendulkar Pens Emotional Message For Vinesh Phogat

Heartbreak In Paris: What UWW Rules Say On Vinesh Phogat's Disqualification

After Fourth-Place In Tokyo, Golfer Aditi Ashok Aiming For Medal In Paris Olympics 2024

"Can't Say What's Right Or Wrong": Lovlina Borgohain On Boxing Points System After Olympics Exit

"Vinesh Phogat Can't Make This Mistake, It Might Be Sabotage": Vijender Singh