Vinesh Phogat Disqualified Live Updates, Paris Olympics 2024: Vinesh set to return without medal | Sport-others News

Vinesh Phogat disqualified Paris Olympics latest updates: In a devastating turn of events, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from the Paris Olympics. Despite reaching the 50kg freestyle wrestling final, she could not meet the weight requirements on the morning of the gold medal match.The Indian Express understands that Phogat had successfully made weight the previous day but was reportedly around two kilograms overweight the following night. Desperate to compete, she spent the entire night attempting to shed the excess weight through rigorous exercise. However, her efforts fell short as she was found to be a few grams over the limit on the day of the final.
The stringent weight regulations in wrestling stipulate that athletes must maintain their weight category for both days of competition. As a result of her disqualification, Phogat missed out on the opportunity to win gold and was ineligible for the silver medal. The Indian Olympic Association has expressed their disappointment and requested privacy for the 29-year-old Vinesh.
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