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"If You Don't Govern Sport By Rules...": Abhinav Bindra's Blunt Take On Vinesh Phogat Case

Sport is often exhilarating, with his topsy-turvy moments. Wins and losses often define whether the end result would be euphoric or miserable. But sometimes, sports can be cruel, beyond the nature of its results. Such is the feeling in the heart of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat and over a billion people in the world's most populous country after she was disqualified from the Women's freestyle 50kg final. The sight of the weighing scale showing about 100 grams over the 50kg mark would torment the ace wrestler for years, with the moment robbing her of a chance to win a gold medal for her country.

Slovenia's climbing queen Garnbret wins boulder and lead gold

PARIS: Slovenia's Janja Garnbret took another big step to cementing her status as the world's greatest sport climber by battling her way to a back-to-back Olympic title with a victory in the boulder and lead event at the Paris Games on Saturday (Aug 10).

"Sorry For What Happened But We Have To Follow Rules": World Wrestling Body Chief To NDTV

As India waits for the results of wrestler Vinesh Phogat's hearing at the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS), the United World Wrestling president Nenad Lalovic shared an important insight as far as the entire weigh-in controversy is concerned. Lalovic, in an exclusive chat with NDTV, expressed his sympathies over the entire incident that saw Vinesh being disqualified from the Paris Olympic Games on the morning of her gold medal bout. Vinesh's weight was reportedly just 100 grams over the 50kg mark that she needed to touch in order to be eligible for the final bout. But, she had to be disqualified.

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell has lighthearted exchange with mic'd-up Justin Jefferson during preseason game

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Parents Died At 11, But Aman Sehrawat Kept Working Towards Dream At Chhatrasal, Won Olympic Bronze

Living up to the expectations, Aman Sehrawat on Friday bagged the men's 57kg freestyle bronze medal at the Olympics with a commanding win over Darian Toi Cruz, bringing some cheers to the Indian wrestling contingent that has been rocked by controversies. The 21-year-old U-23 world champion was the lone Indian male wrestler to qualify for the Paris Games and he did not disappoint, winning 13-5 in the bronze play-off at Champ de Mars Arena. The sport of wrestling has not missed a medal at the Olympics since 2008 and Aman's effort ensured the streak remained unbroken.

Abhinav Bindra Honored With Olympic Order At IOC Session In Paris

India's first individual Olympic Gold medalist Abhinav Bindra was awarded the prestigious Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at the 142nd IOC Session in Paris. The Olympic Order is the highest honour bestowed by the IOC, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement.

Neeraj Chopra’s Message Ahead Of CAS Verdict: “Don’t Forget What Vinesh Has Done For India…”

In an emotional message ahead of CAS's verdict on Vinesh Phogat, Indian Olympian Neeraj Chopra said people should not forget what Vinesh has done for the county. On Sports Court CAS's hearing of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, Olympic Silver medallist, Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra said, "All of us know that if she gets the medal it will be really good. She would have got the medal if such a situation did not arise.

Paris Olympics a platform for Singapore's athletes to build on, learn to land 'winning touch': Top sports official

PARIS: While not all of Singapore's athletes may have been able to land the 'winning touch' at the Paris Olympics, the Games will provide the experience for them to learn and grow, said a top sports official.

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"If You Don't Govern Sport By Rules...": Abhinav Bindra's Blunt Take On Vinesh Phogat Case

Slovenia's climbing queen Garnbret wins boulder and lead gold

"Sorry For What Happened But We Have To Follow Rules": World Wrestling Body Chief To NDTV

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell has lighthearted exchange with mic'd-up Justin Jefferson during preseason game

Parents Died At 11, But Aman Sehrawat Kept Working Towards Dream At Chhatrasal, Won Olympic Bronze

Abhinav Bindra Honored With Olympic Order At IOC Session In Paris

Neeraj Chopra’s Message Ahead Of CAS Verdict: “Don’t Forget What Vinesh Has Done For India…”

Paris Olympics a platform for Singapore's athletes to build on, learn to land 'winning touch': Top sports official