8 August 2024

Indian wrestler Phogat retires after Olympic disqualification

By Redoy K

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, a bronze medalist at the World Championships, has announced her retirement after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics for being overweight. Phogat was set to face the American Sarah Hildebrandt for the gold medal but was found to be 100 grams over the 50kg limit. The news has left the Indian wrestling community heartbroken, with fellow wrestlers expressing their support and admiration for Phogat’s achievements and fight for justice. AFP