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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.

Paris Olympics: Antim Panghal Surrenders To Turkish Opponent In Round Of 16

India's biggest wrestling medal hope Antim Panghal crashed to a humiliating 0-10 defeat at the hands of her Turkish opponent Yetgil Zeynep in the women's 53 kg category at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday. Antim, who was one of the first to gain an Olympic quota in the category earlier owned by Vinesh Phogat, was outclassed in 101 seconds in the first round. The Turkish wrestler emerged victorious by virtue of "Technical Superiority" where she had a clear 10-point lead over her Indian opponent.

"IOA Has Lodged A Strong Protest": Sports Minister On Phogat Disqualification

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday told Lok Sabha about the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women's 50kg final, and said that the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW).

WFI President Sanjay Singh Shows Support To Vinesh Phogat Following Her Disqualification

Stating that it is "extremely sad for the country" that grappler Vinesh Phogat's was disqualified from the freestyle women's 50kg wrestling final in the Paris Olympics on Wednesday, Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh said, "we will do whatever is possible." In a big blow to India's medal hopes from the wrestling arena, grappler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the 50 kg women's wrestling event. Vinesh was scheduled to take on the United States's Sarah Ann Hildebrandt in the Gold Medal match.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat Out Of Olympics Over Weight, Billion Hearts Break

India's ace grappler Vinesh Phogat stood on the cusp of ultimate glory in the Paris Olympic Games 2024 but has now be disqualified from the competition entirely. Vinesh, who was competing in the 50kg freestyle wrestling category, is out of the competition, having been weighed over the limit for her event.

"There Has Been Mistake On Vinesh Phogat's Part Too": Saina Nehwal To NDTV On Wrestler's Olympic Disqualification

Vinesh Phogat's day of triumph turned into abject despair on Wednesday morning after the wrestler was disqualified from the Paris Olympics 2024. Vinesh had qualified for the 50kg women's wrestling final - the first Indian woman to do so. But now she will have to return empty-handed from Paris. The Indian Olympic Association requested privacy for the wrestler, who was competing in her third Olympics.

South African slap fighter wants rule book for little-known sport

JOHANNESBURG : He started out as a boxer, then switched to the wrestling ring. Now, South Africa's Danie "Pitbull" van Heerden wants recognition and rules for his new sport - slap fighting.

Vinesh Phogat Admitted To Hospital Due To Dehydration After Paris Olympics Disqualification: Report

In a shocking reversal of fortunes, Vinesh Phogat was disqualified on Wednesday from the Olympics after being found overweight ahead of her women's 50kg final, leaving her medal-less within hours of coming close to an unparalleled gold. She took some extreme steps to fall under the desired weight category, including skipping meals and not drinking enough water. The 29-year-old grappler is said to have suffered extreme dehydration and had to be given medical care, media reports have suggested. At present, Vinesh is in the polyclinic of the Olympic Village, and is said to be stable and resting.

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

Paris Olympics: Antim Panghal Surrenders To Turkish Opponent In Round Of 16

"IOA Has Lodged A Strong Protest": Sports Minister On Phogat Disqualification

WFI President Sanjay Singh Shows Support To Vinesh Phogat Following Her Disqualification

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat Out Of Olympics Over Weight, Billion Hearts Break

"There Has Been Mistake On Vinesh Phogat's Part Too": Saina Nehwal To NDTV On Wrestler's Olympic Disqualification

South African slap fighter wants rule book for little-known sport

Vinesh Phogat Admitted To Hospital Due To Dehydration After Paris Olympics Disqualification: Report