From Olympics Disqualification to Retirement: Vinesh Phogat's Journey

Thursday, 8 August 2024Newsdesk
From Olympics Disqualification to Retirement: Vinesh Phogat's Journey
Vinesh Phogat, who usually competes in the 53 kg category, had moved down to the 50 kg weight class for the Paris Games.

New Delhi 08 August 2024

As per news report of NDTV,India's ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement from the sport following her disqualification in the 50 kg freestyle wrestling final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 29-year-old athlete was disqualified for being 100 grams overweight hours before her gold medal bout in the 50 kg category on Wednesday.

Source - NDTV

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